Quote Originally Posted by JohnMichael
I have also been consiedering the Luxman L505u.

I am 53 years old and I am looking for an integrated amp that will last for many a years. This may be the amp that lasts me to the end. I am looking for something neutral that might lean to warmth. Better seperation of instruments and more defined soundstage will be welcome. A little stronger in the bass would be nice. The Onkyo A 9555 is much of what I enjoy as far as balance and neutrality but I want a little more. The A 9555 is amazing for the money.
Definitely keep the Luxman in mind

I heard some luxman products amps recently, they were too rich for my blood, but anyways:
They were absolutely amazing. almost undescribeable. Compared to other products in the same price range, I would have preferred the luxman above them.

Accuphase is a really great brand too, and just like luxman, extremely reliable. very fast, clean and well detailed sound. very transparent, fantastic sound stage. Wether they are 'neutral' or not may be subjective, but if this is coloration, bring on the entire rainbow.

I'd say: add mcintosh to your list too, but you'd be looking at higher priced amps to compete with the luxman and accuphase. Not that the lower priced units are bad, but the real Mcintosh house sound will come out better with their autoformers...

All of the above are amazing brands, and will probably last longer than one's lifetime...


Keep them spinning,
Bert.