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Luxman L-509X Integrated Amplifier (Solid State) I am the first owner & this amp has been used in a dedicated sound room. Bullett proof build quality that's made to last a lifetime. Presents as brand new. Immaculate condition, always covered when not in use. This was Luxmans top of the line integrated until only recently, being superceded by the "Z". Is the "Z" any better? Maybe, maybe not. Beautiful musical sounding amp, very neutral, clean, but never analytical. Organic & earthy presentation. I have the original double boxed carton, so can ship safely at buyers expense. Review f
This is a buyer’s market at the moment: at A$8,500, the asking price sits essentially on top of the A$8,503 median for recent comparable AUD listings, so it reads as fair rather than cheap or ambitious. It is also just above the A$8,140 25th percentile, so there is no obvious bargain margin here, but it is comfortably within normal market territory.
That still makes sense for a piece like this: the L-509X is widely respected for its grip, refinement, and all-in-one practicality, with enough current delivery and drive to handle demanding speakers without sounding strained. If the unit is clean, fully functional, and includes the usual accessories, it’s a sensible buy for someone who wants one high-quality integrated rather than assembling separates; just confirm service history and check the controls, inputs, and protection behavior are all behaving as they should.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Luxman traces its origins to 1925 in Osaka, Japan, when brothers T. Hayakawa and K. Yoshikawa launched a radio equipment division within their Kinsuido picture frame import business, coinciding with Japan's inaugural radio broadcast. Initially importing components, the company soon pivoted to in-house manufacturing of transformers and switches, birthing the Luxman brand and establishing it as one of Japan's oldest electronic component makers. This heritage of precision engineering has endured through ownership shifts, including stints with Alpine and Samsung, before returning to Japanese hands in the early 2000s under dedicated Luxman Corporation.
The brand specializes in luxury high-end audio components, with a storied emphasis on amplifiers—both integrated and power models—preamplifiers, and receivers renowned for their warm, detailed sound. Luxman also produces turntables, CD players, tape decks, and speakers, alongside modern digital offerings like DACs, all handcrafted in Japan with custom parts and dual-mono designs for ultimate fidelity.
Positioned firmly in the high-end market, Luxman commands respect among discerning audiophiles for its timeless aesthetics, uncompromising build quality, and sonic refinement that bridges vintage warmth with cutting-edge performance. Classics like the 1970s CL-32 preamp and 1980s L-507 integrated amplifier fuel its collector appeal, while contemporary lines reaffirm its status as a boutique benchmark for those seeking "Ultimate Fidelity since 1925."
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