I just tried my 509x with a musical fidelity 308cr power and wow. The extra power gives the sound much more authority. Is this setup a waste? Not really as I’ve got a sound I enjoy and flexibility.
Luxman L-509X as a preamp
I have an Ayre VX-5 that I really enjoy. I am considering an Ayre KX-5 preamp to pair with it. I currently use a Rogue RH-5 and it sounds great. But I am thinking the KX-5 will have more synergy. I also have been kicking around the idea of having an integrated amp and like everything I see and hear about the Luxman L509X. I thought of picking one up and using it as a preamp for the VX-5. Has anyone else used this integrated as a pre? If so, what are your thoughts?
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@mtbiker29 I have PMC twenty5.22, PMC Twenty5.26i and ATC SCM50's (coming soon) that I use the Luxman for but now as a Pre only as i doesn't have the weight I'd like to power the speakers. I love the sound and also appreciate having a phono preamp. I'm using a Musical Fidelity A308CR as my power amp. The meters work when the separate button is not activated, the pre outs at the back always work regardless of using the separate button. I did look at the C/M900 setup but at the time cannot justify the spend over the setup I have working well for now. I may need to rethink this when my ATC's arrive as they may need some more power. |