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Luxman, Marantz or Naim for Harbeth Compact 7

I’m looking for a new integrated amplifier for my Harbeth Compact 7 with a REL s/812 subwoofer and source of the Innuous Pulse and Chord dac. I’m considering the Luxman 505z, Marantz PM 10 and NAIM Super NAIT 3. I’m auditioning the Simaudio 600i and find it thin. I listen to jazz, blues, rock, and acoustics. Any input would be greatly appreciated. 

hugo1
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akg_ca
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If you are somehow inescapably limited just  to your three listed integrated options: think NAIM

Upgraded superior option: LFD NCSE HR-II Integrated Amplifier

hgeifman
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+1, I also feel the NAIM Super NAIT 3 amp is likely to be the best match with your Harbeth C7 speaker and subwoofer.  If possible, I suggest you audition the amp first before you purchase it   

 

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arafiq
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Back when I had the 30.1 in the home office a few years ago, I tried them with Naim Supernait 3 and Luxman 590AXII. My money is on the Luxman. I found that while the Naim provided a more forward sound the Luxman had more depth and finesse. 

dbn11
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I have to agree with arafiq. I have the LUXMAN 550axii paired with 30.1 with rel s/812. The LUXMAN replaced a superuniti which was very good, but the LUXMAN took it to a different level. I never heard the supernait 3 but I suspect it has the same house sound as the superuniti. Akg_ca recommended the LFD which I know a lot of Naim owners switched to and swear by. Never heard the LFD but you might want to check them out.

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