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OverviewFor sale is a beautiful Luxman L-480 Duo-Beta Integrated Amplifier, made in Japan and configured for U.S. 120V / 60Hz operation.This is a highly desirable vintage Luxman integrated amplifier featuring the classic Duo-Beta circuit design, working LED output meters, MM/MC phono capability, tuner, aux, tape connections, pre-out/main-in connections with jumpers installed, and main/remote speaker outputs.A major value-add: this unit includes the original Luxman L-480 factory box, original molded foam inserts, and protective plastic sleeve/bag shown in the photos. The original box shows normal age, tape, storage, and handling wear, but having the original factory packaging with a vintage Luxman integrated amplifier is increasingly uncommon and adds strong collector appeal.BVA Cleaning / PrepThis Luxman L-480 was cleaned, detailed, and tested prior to listing.Preparation included:Front panel and exterior cleaned and detailedWood case/cabinet cleaned and polishedKnobs and switch caps removed, ultrasonically cleaned, and hand-polishedControls exercised and checked during testingRear panel connections inspectedLED output meters verified workingMM/MC phono selection checkedTuner, aux, tape, speaker, and pre-out/main-in connections inspectedUnit tested prior to packingThis is not being represented as fully restored or fully recapped unless specifically stated. It is being represented as a cleaned, tested, working vintage Luxman integrated amplifier with excellent presentation and original factory packing materials.FeaturesVintage Luxman L-480 Duo-Beta Integrated AmplifierU.S. AC 120V / 60Hz / 3.5A versionMade in Japan by Lux CorporationDuo-Beta circuit designWorking LED output metersMM and MC phono selectionPhono, tuner, and aux inputsTape 1 and Tape 2 record out / monitor connectionsPre-out / main-in connectionsPre-out/main-in jumpers installedMain and remote speaker outputsSwitched and unswitched AC outletsAttached power cordOriginal Luxman factory box includedOriginal molded foam inserts includedProtective plastic sleeve/bag shown in photos includedConditionThis Luxman L-480 is in excellent vintage cosmetic condition with a clean brushed faceplate, attractive polished wood-grain cabinet, clean lettering, and very nice overall presentation for its age.The original factory box has normal age-related wear, tape marks, storage wear, and handling marks, as shown in the photos.Please review all photos carefully, as they are part of the description.IncludedLuxman L-480 Duo-Beta Integrated AmplifierOriginal Luxman L-480 factory boxOriginal molded foam insertsProtective plastic sleeve/bag shown in photosInstalled pre-out/main-in jumpersShippingShipping is $225 insured ground shipping.This unit will be packed with care. The original Luxman box and molded foam will be protected inside a larger outer shipping box for safer transit. The goal is to preserve both the amplifier and the original factory packaging.Please keep all packing materials after delivery in case they are needed for any shipping-related issue or Reverb Protection claim.Please ReadThis is a vintage audio component. It has been cleaned, tested, and represented honestly based on its current condition.Vintage electronics can be affected by shipping, handling, temperature changes, and normal age-related component behavior. Photos and video are part of the description.If an issue occurs during shipping or upon arrival, the transaction is covered through Reverb Protection. Depending on the situation, Reverb may support a pre-approved local repair reimbursement or a full return. If a return is approved under Reverb Protection, Reverb issues/provides the return shipping label.SEO / LLM KeywordsLuxman L-480, Luxman L480, Luxman Duo-Beta, Luxman integrated amplifier, vintage Luxman amplifier, Luxman stereo amplifier, Luxman stereo amp, vintage Japanese amplifier, MM MC phono amplifier, U.S. 120V Luxman amplifier, Luxman with original box, Luxman factory box, Luxman molded foam, audiophile integrated amplifier, vintage stereo integrated amplifier, Lux Corporation Japan, Reverb vintage audio, collectible Luxman amplifier, Bash Vintage Audio.
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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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