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Luxman SQ-38u (or similar) Integrated Amplifier A long shot – but I'm specifically after the Luxman SQ-38u or similar integrated Luxman amplifier. Don't really want a proper vintage amp, would rather neo-vintage. Feel free to reach out! Condition: Good Payment Method: Time Left: 8 days and 4 hours Region/State: (ACT) Australian Capital Territory/Australia By bonjemin 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $5,000 Date: Saturday at 08:40 AM5 days
Since the Luxman D-38u is listed as unknown condition, the A$5,000 asking price is far too ambitious for a typical used market where excellent units sell for roughly A$3,000–A$3,300 (converted from $1,950 USD and £1,575 GBP). This price sits well above the 75th percentile, making it a poor deal unless the unit is pristine, boxed, and original-owner; a fair used price for this specific model would be closer to A$2,500–A$3,000.
The D-38u is well-regarded for its unique valve-display front panel, chunky retro MDF chassis, and selectable tube versus solid-state output, offering a big, bold sound that stands out in hi-fi history. However, given the high price and unknown condition, a buyer must verify the transport stability, check for common aging issues in the 24-bit Burr-Brown DAC, and confirm the included wooden-trim remote before committing, as this listing currently reads as a risky gamble rather than a clear buying opportunity.
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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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