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Hi guys, we are just lucky to have owned or owned Luxmans. Keep enjoying.

Hi Ian. Thanks for replying. At least 500 hours so far, so it should be nearly there!!! I am lucky enough to enjoy and compare 3 Luxmans and they are all great, just wished the 509 had more 590AXii Class A genes. What's your next toy? Cheers Corey

Hi This is actually a reply to another SN member's review of his Luxman 509X Int Amp. After replying, I thought it would be nice to share it with other SN members. Just my thoughts on the three Luxman amps I have owned over the last few years. I have been lucky enough in the last few years to have own the 550AX Class A as my first Luxman Int Amp, then due to a house move, needed more power, I got the 590AXII Class A, now living most of my time in Thailand, I am enjoying the 509X Class AB. I have also listened to the 507uX Class AB extensively. My gear from the 550AX to 590AXII and 509X haven't changed - Macbook > JRiver or Roon App > Chord Hugo TT DAC (Cable = Audioquest Diamond USB from Mac to Hugo TT) > every Luxman Amp (Cables = MIT SL8 RCA interconnects) > Spendor D7 SPEAKERS (Cables MIT SL 9). Quick rating of each amp: 1. 550AX Class A 20 watts pc. (Build - 8) - (Look - 10 - if you like the Retro style) - (Power/Drive - 8 - ONLY if you have a small room, efficient speakers & don't listen loud) - (Clarity/Details - 7) - (Quietness - 7) - (Soul/Emotion - 8) 2. 590AXII Class A 30 watts pc. (Build - 9) - (Look - 10 - if you like the Retro style) - (Power/Drive - 8 - ONLY if you have a small/medium room & efficient speakers) - (Clarity/Details - 8) - (Quietness - 8) - (Soul/Emotion - 9) 3. 509X Class AB 120 watts pc. (Build - 9.5) - (Look - 10 - if you like the Retro style) - (Power/Drive - 9.5 - Most room sizes and most speakers) - (Clarity/Details - 9.5) - (Quietness - 9.5) - (Soul/Emotion - 8) Quick summary of each amp: 1. 550AX Class A 20 watts pc. Fantastic Class A Int Amp. Low power, which leads to other limitations. Only buy if you don't have enough money to buy the 590AXII for more Power and Soul/Emotion. 2. 590AXII Class A 30 watts pc. Great Class A Int Amp. Still low power for larger rooms. BUT simply amazing tones that ooze Soul and Emotion especially in vocals and acoustic music. Luxman Class A Masterpiece. 3. 509X Class AB 120 watts pc. Stunning Class AB Int Amp. Tons of power and punch. So quiet, so much details, so clean, etc. Only negative against the 590AXII - doesn't have that Luxman Class A Soul and Emotion. Against Class AB Amp in this price range, the 509X has very few to no rivals. My "Ultimate" Amp: *A Luxman because of the build quality, features and acceptable price. Compared to nearest & equal rival, Accuphase, Luxmans are a bargain. *A Luxman Class A Int Amp for the tone, soul and emotions that they produce. *A Luxman Class A 60 watts pc Int Amp!! - maybe impossible and imagine the heat! Play more music! To the 2 SN members who bought my 550AX and 590AXII, hope you are enjoying them. Photos of 550AX, 590AXII and 509X

Afternoon Ian, great detailed review, well done. Hope you are still enjoying your 509X. I have been lucky enough in the last few years to have own the 550AX Class A as my first Luxman Int Amp, then due to a house move, needed more power, I got the 590AXII Class A, now living most of my time in Thailand, I am enjoying the 509X Class AB. I have also listened to the 507uX Class AB extensively. My gear from the 550AX to 590AXII and 509X haven't changed - Macbook > JRiver or Roon App > Chord Hugo TT DAC (Cable = Audioquest Diamond USB from Mac to Hugo TT) > every Luxman Amp (Cables = MIT SL8 RCA interconnects) > Spendor D7 SPEAKERS (Cables MIT SL 9). Quick rating of each amp: 1. 550AX Class A 20 watts pc. (Build - 8) - (Look - 10 - if you like the Retro style) - (Power/Drive - 8 - ONLY if you have a small room, efficient speakers & don't listen loud) - (Clarity/Details - 7) - (Quietness - 7) - (Soul/Emotion - 8) 2. 590AXII Class A 30 watts pc. (Build - 9) - (Look - 10 - if you like the Retro style) - (Power/Drive - 8 - ONLY if you have a small/medium room & efficient speakers) - (Clarity/Details - 8) - (Quietness - 8) - (Soul/Emotion - 9) 3. 509X Class AB 120 watts pc. (Build - 9.5) - (Look - 10 - if you like the Retro style) - (Power/Drive - 9.5 - Most room sizes and most speakers) - (Clarity/Details - 9.5) - (Quietness - 9.5) - (Soul/Emotion - 8) Quick summary of each amp: 1. 550AX Class A 20 watts pc. Fantastic Class A Int Amp. Low power, which leads to other limitations. Only buy if you don't have enough money to buy the 590AXII for more Power and Soul/Emotion. 2. 590AXII Class A 30 watts pc. Great Class A Int Amp. Still low power for larger rooms. BUT simply amazing tones that ooze Soul and Emotion especially in vocals and acoustic music. Luxman Class A Masterpiece. 3. 509X Class AB 120 watts pc. Stunning Class AB Int Amp. Tons of power and punch. So quiet, so much details, so clean, etc. Only negative against the 590AXII - doesn't have that Luxman Class A Soul and Emotion. Against Class AB Amp in this price range, the 509X has very few to no rivals. My "Ultimate" Amp: *A Luxman because of the build quality, features and acceptable price. Compared to nearest & equal rival, Accuphase, Luxmans are a bargain. *A Luxman Class A Int Amp for the tone, soul and emotions that they produce. *A Luxman Class A 60 watts pc Int Amp!! - maybe impossible and imagine the heat! Play more music! Will post this snapshot as a new topic as well and to the 2 SN members who bought my 550AX and 590AXII, hope you are enjoying them. Photos of 550AX, 590AXII and 509X

Thanks. Too many hassles to take gear over....Cheers

Hi Thanks. Yes, took photos for a few websites. Amazing speakers for size and price. Cheers

Item: KEF LS50 Anniversary Edition - Excellent Cond - Black Location: Gold Coast or Brisbane Price: $1175 Item Condition: Excellent - Little Use Reason for selling: Moving to Thailand Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal Extra Info: Excellent condition pair. Mike Lenehan from Lenehan Audio has tested these and will confirm they are in top condition. Can ship Australia wide at buyer's costs. Happy to discuss or send more info if required. Comes with original packaging. Thanks for looking. Pictures:

Hi Have all original boxes and covers. Cheers Corey

Hi. Yes, has phono stage and yes, a after market remote is included. Hi Jimboz, how's the AVI Lab series CD coming along? Cheers

Thanks. JRIver MC24 > Audioquest Diamond USB > Hugo TT > MIT Inter Connect > Luxman 590AX II > MIT SL8 Speaker cables > Spendor D7 is absolutely stunning if you love to hear the music, the vocals & the instruments.... The Rack is an old design. The Isolation Platform is a prototype that Mike Lenehan of Lenehan Audio and I are are working on. Hopefully after testing, will be going to market soon. Cheers

Thanks..Cheers

Item: AVI Lab Series II Int Amp - Legendary British 200WPC Amp. Very good condition. Just been service with all new binding posts and RCA inputs. Winner of many awards in UK - What Hi Fi, Hi Fi Choice. Will drive 95% of speakers with control and poise. Includes after market remote. Location: Brisbane/Gold Coast Price: $1095 Item Condition: Very Good - perfectly. Reason for selling: Moving to Thailand - apartment sold! Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Happy to send more photos. Listen test is always available. Postage Australia wide at buyers expense (must include Insurance). Please check out Luxman 590AX II, Spendor D7 & Chord Hugo TT Dac for sale as well. Cheers and thanks for looking. Pictures: AVI Lab Series II What Hi Fi 1.pdf AVI Lab Series II What Hi Fi .pdf AVI Lab Series II Review Hi Fi Choice .pdf

Item: Spendor D7 Floor Standing Speakers - Cherry. Still under warranty. Excellent condition. One owner. Includes original packaging and covers. Many 5 stars reviews online. https://www.stereophile.com/content/spendor-d7-loudspeaker https://www.whathifi.com/spendor/d7/review Easy to drive and plays loud when needed. Please check out Luxman 590AX II, Chord Hugo TT DAC & AVI Int Amp for sale as well. Cheers and thanks for looking. Location: Brisbane/Gold Coast Price: $4250.00 Item Condition: Excellent. Reason for selling: Moving to Thailand - apartment sold! Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Happy to send more photos. Listen test is always available. Postage Australia wide at buyers expense (must include Insurance). Pictures:

Item: Chord Hugo TT Table Top DAC - excellent condition. Please check out Luxman 590AX II, Spendor D7 & AVI Int Amp for sale as well. Cheers and thanks for looking. Location: Brisbane/Gold Coast Price: $3495 Item Condition: Excellent Reason for selling: Moving to Thailand - apartment sold! Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Happy to send more photos. Listen test is always available. Postage Australia wide at buyers expense (must include Insurance). Pictures:

Item: Luxman 590AX II Int Amp (2018 model - still under warranty). 30 watt of pure Class A. No explanation needed, Luxman Class A or the 590AXII. Reviews are everywhere. Really just "run in". Includes amazing remote, all accessories and original packaging. Location: Brisbane/Gold Coast Price: Luxman $6990 Item Condition: Immaculate Reason for selling: Moving to Thailand - apartment sold! Payment Method: Pickup - Cash, Paypal, COD Only Extra Info: Happy to send more photos. Listen test is always available. Postage Australia wide at buyers expense (must include Insurane). Pictures: