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luxman l-550axii
Thanks, riaa! 
luxman l-550axii
Well, there was a time when Luxman was owned by others, and had gravitated more toward mediocre gear. I think this was during the 70's and 80's, but not positive. Google the L-550, there are reviews out there 
luxman l-550axii
An L-550AXII is Luxman's current model. Before that was the L-550AX. I believe before that was the L-550AII, probably what you're looking at, if it's 10 years old. Maybe around $1500-2000 or so, if it's clean. If it's actually an L-550AXII, it can... 
Luxman vs Pass Labs
shahram69 posts07-09-2020 9:24amI wish luxman would make the a Power Amp only version of the 590AXII so it could be had at a cheaper price...All their SS power amps are class AB.The power amps aren't cheaper than the integrated amps. That bei... 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Train - Drops of Jupiter - MFSL 
Whats on your turntable tonight?
Bob Dylan - Bob Dylan, The Original Mono Recordings - Columbia 2010 
Loudness - Why has the industry stopped producing amplifiers with this feature any longer?
bluorion122 posts06-06-2020 5:54amI had a Denon integrated amp many years ago with a loudness button---loved it at lower volumes. I'm looking into getting a new integrated soon and the Luxman integrated is my #1 choice since they still have ... 
Loudness - Why has the industry stopped producing amplifiers with this feature any longer?
I imagine manufacturers stopped including it to cut costs, figuring correctly that most wouldn't complain. Like erik, I have it, use it when appropriate. 
Best debut album
Santana 
Best debut album
Ricki Lee Jones Dire Straits 
Need speaker cable
I have these, and like them a lot. I've no idea how they'd match up with your amp and speakers, though. https://silversonic.com/products/speaker-cables/q-10-signature/ 
Are integrated amps technically better than separates?
Define "back in the day", please. When are you talking about, archison? 
Are integrated amps technically better than separates?
I have a very good integrated. That being said, I think the very best will be high quality separates. If you want the most value for your dollar, that likely will be a single component. If you're not worried about the budget, that's different. L. 
What cable is best?
I own both versions. They're very close, although the Corona is still very new. When I bought the Red Wave a year or so ago, I was amazed. 
What cable is best?
The Corona is wound in a counter-spiral. No mention of that with the Red Wave cord.