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Luxman MQ-360 Power Amplifier LUXMAN MQ-360 FULLY REFURBISHED CLASS A POWERAMP. I have been building, repairing and restoring valve amplifiers for 20 years (overseas until recently) and am selling some of my Luxman collection. This amplifier is in excellent condition throughout, with only a few minor marks and scratches, and minor oxidation of the exterior finishes. Class A operation. Tube set 6550(4); 6CG7(2); 12AU7(2) Tubes have approx 100 hours of use. 6550 (Svetlana) 6CG7 (Electro Harmonix) 12AU7 (JJ) Amp will happily run with KT88s with no modifications needed. Dynamic Power 8Ω:40 + 40 Wa
An asking price of A$3,000 for an excellent-condition Luxman MQ-360 is ambitious, as this late-1985 Japanese flagship rarely appears on the global used market with clear AUD pricing benchmarks, but comparable high-end Luxman stereo amps in excellent condition typically sit between A$1,200 and A$2,200. Without verified AUD transaction history for this specific model, the listing sits well above the likely median for similar vintage Luxman power amps, making it a premium ask rather than a bargain.
The MQ-360 is a revered 100W per channel amplifier known for its ultra-linear discrete design, massive power supply, and legendary tonal warmth that rivals modern high-end gear. Its appeal lies in its rarity, exceptional build quality, and the fact that excellent condition implies the original owner maintained it carefully, which is critical for a 40-year-old unit. If it includes original cables, manuals, or shows no signs of capacitor aging, it could be a worthy investment for a collector, but the price demands confidence in its pristine internals.
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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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