Luxman T-03L (also known as T-117)
In the late 80’s Luxman introduced a couple of remarkable sounding tuners. One of them is the Luxman T-03L, known as T-117 in the US. The difference between a regular T-03 / T-117 and the L version is the ability of tuning long waves (LW). The T-03(L) has been produced in Japan from 1987 until […]
Luxman C-03
Luxman C-03 is a high fidelity preamplifier with a pure Class A output stage and a world class phono stage. Made in Japan and introduced for the first time in year 1984, however it was available in Europe as of year 1988 until 1993. For some reason the C-03 hasn’t been ever sold in […]
Luxman M-03
Stereo power amplifier Luxman M-03. Made in Japan from 1984, sold in Europe from 1987 until 1994. A real powerhouse that is able to work either in stereo or mono (BTL) mode. front plate made out of thick aluminium; two separate gain potentiometers (most probably Alps) for each channel separately, allow to connect the amp […]
Denon POA-5000
In year 1991 Denon introduced a great multi-channel (6CH) power amplifier Denon POA-5000. At that time, it was a state of art amplifier, which utilized the newly developed technology called the New Optical Class A. Obviously the gear was made in Japan and was in production until the year 1996. The matching preamplifier is […]
Marantz PM-14MKII KI
Integrated amplifier Marantz PM-14 MKII KI. Introduced for the first time at the end of year 1999, and at that time it was the heaviest, the most advanced and the most expensive gear from Marantz. Although it cost a fortune (6300DM) ,it was still cheaper, than Accuphase or McIntosh and the performance, luxurious touch and quality of assembly […]
Accuphase C-230
High fidelity preamplifier Accuphase / Kensonic C-230. Class A circuit, World’s first MOSFET preamplifier. The C-230 was produced 5 years long in the audio’s golden age, from 1979 until 1984, of course in Japan. Built like a tank, heavy 10kg construction with a massive brushed aluminium face plate, aluminium side attachments and rigid chassis. Obviously all 4 knobs […]
Denon PMA-S10II
A high-end integrated amplifier Denon PMA-S10II. Very rare gear on the European market, made in Japan and introduced for the first time in year 1997. The quality of craftsmanship and used materials / components is just amazing. It reminds me on Accuphase gear. Actually the whole Denon’s S-series is like that, same concerns the TU-S10 […]