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High end Class D amps?
While not Class D, check out the Cherry Amps which are digital. https://www.cherryamp.com/ 
Lamm LP2/2.1 vs Luxman EQ-500
Hi, A very happy EQ 500 owner here! If you type in Luxman EQ 500 in Search, you will see my comments. It is my end game phono stage even with the stock tubes and the performance has been raised when I installed NOS Amperex tubes. There is no compa... 
Does Power Cord Require Burn-In To Sound Good?
"What are non audiophiles doing on an audiophile site?"Why trolling of course!  
Luxman EQ-500
You are welcome Don and same to you! 
Phono cable upgrade recommendation for MC cartridge
Check out the WyWires cable line at 40% off now! 
Luxman EQ-500
Hmm, my math was off a bit yesterday...must have been the wine! ; ) Yes, there is a 19db difference between the MM and MC levels on the dial. Can't say much though if the ratios are correct or not.Also, I can't say much about using an outboard SUT... 
Luxman EQ-500
Unfortunately, the Luxman is not the most intuitive phono stage when it comes to operating it. The gain settings that are on the front panel relate to MM. The manual and the reviews show that in moving coil mode, the gain level starts at 55 db, co... 
Luxman EQ-500
I have not tried any outboard SUTs, since I  really don't have any more room on my rack for anything else, plus I don't want to spend any more money.  I use the MC high loading and highest gain setting of 59 db, which is fine with my Kiseki PH NS ... 
Luxman EQ-500
I recently purchased a Luxman EQ 500 and it is outstanding! Coming from a Tavish Design Adagio (with upgraded transformers) which is no slouch, the Lux plays at another level or two, and it should since it is quite a bit more expensive. It is v... 
Phono stage recommendations
Thanks lalitk. Yes, there is a synergy with the C-900u and having a tube phono stage! Enjoy your Eat Glo! 
Phono stage recommendations
Well I bought a Luxman EQ 500 and it is outstanding! Coming from a Tavish Design Adagio (with upgraded transformers) which is no slouch, the Lux plays at another level, and it should since it is quite a bit more expensive. It is very powerful and ... 
Blue Note Tone Poet Series
The sound quality of their recordings is outstanding! Quiet, dynamic and natural sounding. What's not to like? 
Phonostage recommendations under $3K
I am hoping to receive the Lux within the next 7-10 days. 
Phonostage recommendations under $3K
The Luxman EQ 500! :  ) 
Phonostage recommendations under $3K
Good luck getting a Luxman EQ 500 for under $3K!