Author Topic: Luxman vs Accuphase - Integrated Amp Class A (Read 16721 times)

jh@meeh · « **on:** May 30, 2014 at 12:14 AM »

Parehas maganda....hhhmmmmmmm

LUXMAN L-590AX

ACCUPHASE E-600

YUMMY!!

Sinong iboboto mo?

timber715 · « **Reply #1 on:** May 30, 2014 at 12:30 AM »

Yummy they are, I would probably choose the new best model of accuphase..... Goodluck on your selection brad.

mbtorn · « **Reply #2 on:** May 30, 2014 at 12:39 AM »

Go for Accuphase!

jh@meeh · « **Reply #3 on:** May 30, 2014 at 12:51 AM »

May phono na at A/B switcher yung Luxman. Mas mura pa sya kesa Accuphase...hhhmmmm...magnda din yung DAC ng Luxman DA-06....HHHMMMMMM...

mbtorn · « **Reply #4 on:** May 30, 2014 at 01:11 AM »

You want to look at E-560 instead, which may be selling already at a hefty discount considering the E-600 has just replaced it. Then add the DAC & Phono boards.

jh@meeh · « **Reply #5 on:** May 30, 2014 at 01:15 AM »

discontinued na brader e-560.....have to check with different dealer kung may stock pa sila..

mbtorn · « **Reply #6 on:** May 30, 2014 at 01:18 AM »

Yes, discontinued na but there maybe units pa with international dealers. Based on web discussions, there are only slight differences between the 600 & 560 and mostly on the preamp section. Happy hunting!

jh@meeh · « **Reply #7 on:** May 30, 2014 at 01:26 AM »

Changes from the E-560

This time, the differences in appearance are more significant. Not everyone will be happy about the lack of VU-meters, but you can tell that care has been taken to emphasize the change and to draw our attention to the A-65 power amplifier, which together with the A-200 was the basis for the development of the E-600. The following is a list of changes quoted by the manufacturer.
- LED bar graph meters in place of VU-meters
- volume level control:
- high-rigidity precision volume sensor
- extruded from a solid aluminum block, it was originally developed for the C-2820
- the volume knob provides a smoother operation feel than ever before
- AAVA volume control
- the AAVA circuit has been redesigned for further improvement of the S/N ratio
- the low-noise AAVA used in the E-600 is built with parallel buffering and I/U conversion circuits
- low-noise power amplifier input
- E-600’s S/N ratio has been improved by 56% (-5dB) against the E-560
- increased damping factor
- the use of power MOS-FETs in triple parallel configuration together with MCS+ topology and the current feedback principle
- damping factor is 2.5 times higher against the E-560
The power amplifier block is configured with the latest instrumentation amplifier topology, which enables fully balanced signal transmission. Together with MCS+ and the current feedback topology, this makes for even better electrical characteristics. By keeping the impedance of the output circuitry extremely low, constant-voltage speaker drive can be realized, so that the signal remains practically unaffected by speaker impedance. In addition to improved damping factor, intermodulation distortion has been further decreased.
- MOS-FET switches used in protection circuit to prevent contact problems and ensure long-term reliability. Eliminating mechanical contacts from the signal path further enhances sound quality. The protection circuit features ultra-heavy-gauge edgewise coils for minimal impedance. The coil quality is key for amplifier’s operation stability
- E-600 accepts a new DAC-40 board featuring digital inputs; the input sampling frequency is displayed on the front panel
- new balanced power amplifier inputs and preamplifier outputs
- new remote control unit

mbtorn · « **Reply #8 on:** May 30, 2014 at 01:35 AM »

Dami pala differences. Pero how significant the differences are, that's another matter.

You can't go wrong with Accuphase. Another consideration is that even after x number of years, it can still fetch a high resale value.

Plus perfect match pa with your Harbeth. Then use purist audio design ICs (XLRs) & speaker cables, heaven na yan.

dodie · « **Reply #9 on:** May 30, 2014 at 03:54 AM »

ako boss kht ano sa dalawa basta free!

dts-HD 3D · « **Reply #10 on:** May 30, 2014 at 11:52 AM »

Quote from: jh@meeh on May 30, 2014 at 12:51 AM

May phono na at A/B switcher yung Luxman.

Ayun o! . . . analog na.
May speaker A/B switcher din ang accuphase master.

Watch out for the "Continuum Audio Labs Caliburn vs. Onedof" sinong iboboto nyo thread.

mykel18 · « **Reply #11 on:** May 30, 2014 at 11:58 AM »

Accuphase na

Superman · « **Reply #12 on:** May 30, 2014 at 01:10 PM »

Handsdown I'd always choose Accuphase over Luxman although they do have very similar sound characters. I second Marlon's (mbtorn) suggestion. I'd probably pick an E-560 then get the DAC and phono module/s. I am sure for international dealers, the 560's price has been slashed. Good luck!

jh@meeh · « **Reply #13 on:** May 30, 2014 at 02:10 PM »

Bias talaga sa accuphase...hahaha...wala bang magtatangol jan ng luxman?

Narayan · « **Reply #14 on:** May 30, 2014 at 02:33 PM »

Quote from: jh@meeh on May 30, 2014 at 02:10 PM

Bias talaga sa accuphase...hahaha...wala bang magtatangol jan ng luxman?

Ako, 28.2kgs for the luxman vs. 24.7kgs for the accuphase

. parehas lang naman na pure class A

CoolTOYZPH · « **Reply #15 on:** May 30, 2014 at 02:36 PM »

Limited to Class-A only?

jjohnc · « **Reply #16 on:** May 30, 2014 at 02:52 PM »

No BRAINER! Accuphase for me...

JoeyGS · « **Reply #17 on:** May 30, 2014 at 03:59 PM »

For new models ...... Accuphase since its still a japan owned product.

Luxman for me would be the vintage signature models and also accuphase.

jh@meeh · « **Reply #18 on:** May 30, 2014 at 04:25 PM »

Quote from: CoolTOYZ on May 30, 2014 at 02:36 PM

Limited to Class-A only?

yap...class A lang po..

Accuphase pa rin ang lamang...hehehe..

sabi sa review ng luxman L590ax lamang lang ang e560 ng konti sa bass dept.
tapos same same na sa iba

lithium_deuteride · « **Reply #19 on:** May 30, 2014 at 04:28 PM »

Build quality most likely. Accuphase's is really good - their amps are built to last. Don't know about Luxman.

Tsnad · « **Reply #20 on:** May 30, 2014 at 04:36 PM »

Quote from: jh@meeh on May 30, 2014 at 04:25 PM

yap...class A lang po..

Accuphase pa rin ang lamang...hehehe..

sabi sa review ng luxman L590ax lamang lang ang e560 ng konti sa bass dept.
tapos same same na sa iba

parang ikaw lang ang my vote sa Luxman....

sama ako sampu...

jh@meeh · « **Reply #21 on:** May 30, 2014 at 04:40 PM »

Quote from: Tsnad on May 30, 2014 at 04:36 PM

parang ikaw lang ang my vote sa Luxman.... sama ako sampu...

para kahit pano mayron may interest sa Luxman..

2 na tayo

Narayan · « **Reply #22 on:** May 30, 2014 at 04:46 PM »

Quote from: jh@meeh on May 30, 2014 at 04:40 PM

para kahit pano mayron may interest sa Luxman..

2 na tayo

Correction bro., 3 na tayo

. Abang pa tayo ng kakampi

jh@meeh · « **Reply #23 on:** May 30, 2014 at 04:51 PM »

hahaha....yung mga may ari ng luxman jan...pls baka pwedeng share ang thoughts...

Superman · « **Reply #24 on:** May 30, 2014 at 05:01 PM »

If it were the "older" Luxman, I would also consider one. BUT if it's the new production, I will definitely choose Accuphase (assuming I have the budget for it).

Jhameeh, what "sources" would you be using? CD/Computer via DAC?

jh@meeh · « **Reply #25 on:** May 30, 2014 at 05:07 PM »

oo malamang digital...

Superman · « **Reply #26 on:** May 30, 2014 at 05:18 PM »

Considering you do not have budget limitations, go for Accuphase. But again I'll stand by my suggestion. If Class A, go for the E560. Otherwise OK also to consider E460. Thanks and good luck!

jh@meeh · « **Reply #27 on:** May 30, 2014 at 05:20 PM »

ok thanks Clark..send ako mail sa HK discontinued na e560...hanap sa iba...

shoktongxxx · « **Reply #28 on:** May 30, 2014 at 09:15 PM »

ang lupet mo talaga chief jh@meeh, big time..good luck sa hunting.

n o l · « **Reply #29 on:** Jun 08, 2014 at 06:47 PM »

The newer Accuphase models really sounds better than the previous models. They keep on improving and refining the latest ones. I'm expecting the same thing with the latest E-600.
My SHL-5 really sounds good even with E-360 how much more with E-600.

Just read the reviews of Luxman and compare it with the Accu reviews, you will be having an idea which amp to get.