I was going to suggest a Luxman. They are not bright, at all. Extended at both ends but liquid and sweet.
Honestly, if you DO happen to find the 509 bright, switch down to the 507 (listening to mine as I type). It has higher output impedance, and therefore will have softened high frequencies by comparison, but about equivalent power.
Strongly recommend you listen to both with your speakers, and please tag me and let me know what you find. Also, and I don’t say this for every piece of gear, try the tone controls on the Luxman, they are outstanding. :) I listened to the 509 with Wilsons and had to turn the treble down significantly due to dealer set up. Took a 507 home and can’t be happier. I use the loudness at night, wonderful.
In case this isn't clear, it's the low impedance at the top octaves of an ESL which is driving my recommendations. If you had speakers like I have at home, or "normal" speakers.... the impedance difference wouldn't be helpful and I'd strongly recommend the 509 if you can afford it. :)
My other favorite integrated (that i might someday afford) is Ayre.
Best,
E
Honestly, if you DO happen to find the 509 bright, switch down to the 507 (listening to mine as I type). It has higher output impedance, and therefore will have softened high frequencies by comparison, but about equivalent power.
Strongly recommend you listen to both with your speakers, and please tag me and let me know what you find. Also, and I don’t say this for every piece of gear, try the tone controls on the Luxman, they are outstanding. :) I listened to the 509 with Wilsons and had to turn the treble down significantly due to dealer set up. Took a 507 home and can’t be happier. I use the loudness at night, wonderful.
In case this isn't clear, it's the low impedance at the top octaves of an ESL which is driving my recommendations. If you had speakers like I have at home, or "normal" speakers.... the impedance difference wouldn't be helpful and I'd strongly recommend the 509 if you can afford it. :)
My other favorite integrated (that i might someday afford) is Ayre.
Best,
E