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Luxman L505u . . . why not?

I'm getting close to pulling the trigger on one of these--an upgrade from my Rotel receiver. Before I do, I'd like some perspective from the learned A'gon community. First, will it be a significant upgrade from the Rotel? What kind of sonic improvements can I expect? Second, why shouldn't I buy from Audiocubes II? http://www.audiocubes2.com/brand/Luxman/product/Luxman_L-505u_Integrated_Amplifier.html
I know On a Higher Note is the official U.S. distributer, but my budget pushes me towards the less expensive purchase option. Third, regardless of where I purchase it from, it will need a transformer to boost the power to 220. I don't know anything about the possible effects this might have on sound and performance of the component--can anybody speak to this? Is it possible to have the piece modified to accept the U.S. 110 current? I want the piece because it meets my requirements for an integrated: it's at least 100W, it has speaker A/B (I've got speakers in the kitchen and the main living room), it's got a great phono section (I play 50% records, 50% CDs), and it's got a headphone amp. Those are the features I want in an integrated. Any advice, suggestions, dissuasions will be appreciated.

Danny
rosedanny
brianmgrarcom
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Jim,

I had a McIntosh MC402 and C46, which will now be replaced with the L590a II; I have Ridge Street Audio Sason speakers.

I came about the Luxman in researching class A amps as I am wanting to find a better pairing with my speakers. Honestly I wasn't aware of the Luxman gear until somewhat recently and I really liked what I was learning.

Brian
jimthewebguy
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I just read some reports. Those are certainly interesting-looking speakers. Doubtful that I'll see them over here soon. Were you able to somehow listen to the Luxman you ordered with your speakers before you ordered it?

As a happy owner of simple but classic older Luxmans, I am eager to start listening to new Luxmans. No time until February.
brianmgrarcom
1,317 posts
 
No, I was not able too unfortunately.
jimthewebguy
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I doubt you will be disappointed. Please post a detailed report after your Luxman arrives!
jimthewebguy
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Chashas1 I can't find this thread for the life of me, although I can't ever find my socks or the pencil that I'm holding, either. Could you please give me some more details as to where to find it?

"There's a thread under Speakers now that might interest you, someone compares the Harbeth 30's with your speakers."
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