Luxman L-595A SE Integrated Amplifier
LUXMAN L-595A SE INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER RELEASED TO CELEBRATE THEIR 95TH ANNIVERSARY
Luxman’s new pure class A Integrated amplifier the Luxman L-595A SE, has been released to celebrate the Japanese brand’s 95th anniversary and is limited to 300 units.
The Luxman L-595A SE integrated amplifier is based on their best selling model, the Luxman L-570.
LUXMAN L-570
The first L-570 was launched in 1989. The new Luxman L-595A SE integrated amplifier features the two-tone colour/brushed finish front panel that revives the image of the L-570 series but applying current metal processing technology.
LUXMAN L-595A SE INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER
The Luxman L-595A SE also has a square brushed, aluminium input selector that allows you to switch inputs intuitively and has a pleasant and reliable operation feel. The precision volume knob illuminates the volume level with an LED installed in a deep seated opening. The 6mm thick top plate has a brushed finish to match the front panel and widened venting to improve heat dissipation.
CIRCUIT CONFIGURATION
The new amplifier is an ODNF-u compatible 3-stage Darlington 3-parallel push-pull configuration, pure class A 30 watts-per-channel (8Ω) rated output with improved high-frequency distortion characteristics. ODNF-u stands for Only Distortion Negative Feedback-ultimate.
It has a large, highly regulated power transformer and independent left and right 80,000 ㎌ filter capacitors. The output stage of the pre-amplifier circuit is equipped with a discrete buffer circuit that improves the driving force to the power amplifier block.
The Luxman L-595A SE is equipped with the new LECUA1000 electronically controlled attenuator with integrated 88-step amplifier circuitry that ensures smooth volume control. LECUA stands for LUXMAN Electric Controlled Ultimate Attenuator.
The Class A amplifier achieves a high damping factor of 370 by lowering the impedance of the large speaker relay and speaker terminals. It features a ‘Beeline’ construction that directs audio input signals via the optimum shortest route to the speaker output. The non-angled circuit board tracing allows for smooth current transmission.
MM/MC PHONOSTAGE
There is a built in MM/MC compatible phono amplifier circuit that allows you to enjoy vinyl playback without purchasing an additional dedicated phono amplifier. The volume-linked loudness function matches human hearing characteristics, and a separate function enables the addition of a power amplifier or connection to an AV system.
CONSTRUCTION
The independent, loopless chassis construction blocks any rise in ground impedance. The shielding plate mounting is made from copper-plated steel to block external noise. The amplifier is equipped with RCA input terminals made from a copper alloy which delivers the conductivity of copper and the hardness of brass. It also has ‘density gradient’ feet to block out vibration.
Included is a high-end RA-17A aluminium remote controller that can also operate Luxman’s CD/SACD players.
SPECIFICATIONS
Rated output: 30W＋30W(8Ω)、60W＋60W(4Ω)
Input, separate output: LINE x 4, Phono x 1 (MM/MC switchable), BALANCE・LINE x 2, SEPARATE INPUTOUTPUT x 1
Speaker output: A、2 LINE (A&B output at the same time is available)
Amplifying circuit, output configuration: ODNF-u, bi polar triple-parallel push-pull
Input sensitivity/input impedance: PHONO(MM): 2.5mV / 47kΩ, PHONO(MC): 0.3mV / 100Ω, LINE: 180mV / 47kΩ
Total harmonic distortion: 0.007% or less (1kHz／8Ω), 0.06% or less (20Hz～20kHz／8Ω)
S/N ratio, frequency response: LINE: 105dB or more, 20Hz～100kHz(+0、-3.0dB)
External unit: Front panel: Power button、Input switch selector (LINE1-4/BAL-1,2/MM/MC)、Volume headphone jack, Speaker selector (A/B), Tone control (BASS/TREBLE), LR balance control Remote control receiver, Line straight, Loudness, Separate (operable only via remote), Mute, Subsonic, Monaural)
Rear pane: Input and output terminal, Ground terminal, Balance phase switch, AC inlet
Power consumption: 310W, 230W(no signal), 0.4W(standby)
Dimensions and weight: 454 (W)×186 (H)×462(Front knob 19, Rear terminal 36 included) (D) mm, 27.7kg (main unit)
Accessories: Remote control (RA-17A), Power cable
LUXMAN L-595A SE INTEGRATED AMPLIFIER PRICE AND AVAILABILITY
Released this month, 300 numbered units are available at a UK RRP of £11,000
