I have not heard the 505z but I recently replaced an older McIntosh Integrated with the Luxman 509z. I was waffling between purchasing a used 509x versus buying a new 509z. Despite the huge savings of buying a used 509x, I determined the improvements in the “z” line was worth the spending the extra $. I considered the LED display of volume setting an essential feature which the previous versions didn’t have. Luxman also raised the volume threshold of “A” mode for the 509z. Unfortunately, I couldn’t do a side by side listening comparison between the 509x and 509z but was sold on the 509z after auditioning it at my local dealer. I’m extremely happy with the 509z and glad that I gave my local brick and mortar dealer the business.
Luxman 505z
I haven't seen any reviews of the 505z on AG yet. I've read great things about the 507z and the 509z with regards to their new LIFES circuitry etc. They also have upgraded phono stages. I think Darko had requested one to review but he hasn't posted it yet. I have a 505uxii so I'm wondering if the 505z would be worth upgrading to. Has anyone here heard the 505z yet?
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@bluorion, I would find out more about improvements to class “A” mode for the 507z. I love having an LED display for volume levels since I am constantly adjusting the volume based on different sources. Not sure why Luxman didn’t have this feature on previous models. |