Luxman vs Accuphase for Harbeth 40.3 XD

I'm considering trying a SS integrated to power my 40.3 XDs. I'll buy used.

I've heard great things about T+A but they are really pricey, and Luxman and Accuphase look interesting, there are 2 examples for sale currently.

Luxman L-509X $6,300 and Accuphase E650 $12K

I hear a lot about high damping factor being necessary to get the best out the the Harbeth's (Luxman is 370 and the Accuphase is 1000).

Honestly cannot justify $12K at the moment but I wondered if anyone has any thoughts on these 2 amps for my speakers? Or any other suggestions?

macg1908-20-2023 3:36pm

marco1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 496 posts 08-23-2023 at 02:58am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @macg19 I’ve owned the Int 60 and think it would better the Luxman and Accuphase with your speakers. Luxman imo is a little too cool and the Accuphase I don’t think will give you the fullness on the 40’s that the Pass will. In my opinion the Pass Int 250 would really control those woofers best of all and all around is also a great amp.
marco1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 496 posts 08-23-2023 at 02:31am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @donquichotte +1 on your review. I’m strongly considering an E380 to drive a pair of QLN speakers I just purchased. Your review reinforced a couple of other (professional) reviews I’ve seen and has helped my decision process immensely.
marco1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 496 posts 09-05-2023 at 06:54pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Glad the BAT is working out. Your post has actually pointed me in a new direction I hadn't thought about before. I'm now looking at pairing my new QLN''a with the BAT. First though need to find another deal like you got :-)
marco1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 496 posts 09-06-2023 at 12:24am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete ya I guess 9k isn’t bad but that 6k number you got would be so much nicer :-)