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    Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Just curious how they compare? I would think they'd be pretty similar. Thinking about one of these amps for my other listening room (someday). My primary listening room system is all set...Gryphon Diablo 300, Lumin T2, Roon Nucleus, and Harbeth Super HL 5+ 40th Anniversary Model speakers.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Depending on speakers chosen, I think you should try the built version of the Akitika GT-102. We can talk about source and preamp for it. I have one and it great. It’s rated as a Stereophile Class B amp but it pretty awesome.

    https://www.stereophile.com/content/...ower-amplifier


    https://akitika.com/akitikastore.html#GT-102K
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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    That's interesting, Joe. I might be in the market to equip a secondary listening room in a couple years. I'll be looking for something that sounds different from the system in my primary listening room (Gryphon D300 and Harbeth speakers). Perhaps something tube driven like a VAC 170i? Or, perhaps something class A-ish, like a Pass int 60 or Luxman 590axii? Not sure about secondary room speakers yet. Maybe Fynes? I'm not nearly as familiar with speakers as I am amps. So, that might take some research. Fun to think about anyway.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    I just thought I’d throw that out there. Heck, the amp purchased built and tested is maybe $600 and sounds like it cost a ton more. I know being on a budget, every little bit helps.
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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Joe, I appreciate the heads up on the amp. I try to keep an open mind regarding components.

    Right now, my wife might shoot me if I spend any more money on home audio stuff. Especially considering I will have dropped around $35,000 on components by the first of the year...my original budget plus another $10,000. She's been pretty supportive of my home audio purchases so far. But I need to put the brakes on for awhile.

    Maybe in a couple years I can think about putting together a system for our upstairs secondary listening room. Something a little less expensive than the current system.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Don’t worry, it’s a “someday” recommendation.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Don't hesitate to recommend more "good buys", Joe. I've been focusing so much on the more pricey stuff that I'm not very familiar with "medium fi" and less expensive gear. I know there are many components that punch way above their weight.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Hi Tom,
    Just wondering what your plan for power foundation for your main system? As much as I believe you’ve got top notch components, they will have a difficult time to shine without decent power foundation.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    The new iFi Powerstation would be a reasonably priced starting point or for more the Keces BP-2400 and Mike should have access to both.
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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Quote Originally Posted by kzhtoo View Post
    Hi Tom,
    Just wondering what your plan for power foundation for your main system? As much as I believe you’ve got top notch components, they will have a difficult time to shine without decent power foundation.

    Being a recent returnee to high end home audio (after a 45 year absence) I know very little to nothing about power foundations. I was just going to plug everything into the wall socket.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    No need to go overboard, but I don't think just plugging it into the wall is the answer. How many total components will you end up with in your new system that need power, three?
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    Quote Originally Posted by bluegrassphile View Post
    Being a recent returnee to high end home audio (after a 45 year absence) I know very little to nothing about power foundations. I was just going to plug everything into the wall socket.
    Agree that you don’t need to go overboard but you do need a decent power conditioner. With V2 recently released, Shunyata Denali 6000S V1 can be had for around $2G. There’re a few units on Audiogon.

    Or talk to Santa Mike with a budget and he’ll hook you up.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Quote Originally Posted by bluegrassphile View Post
    Being a recent returnee to high end home audio (after a 45 year absence) I know very little to nothing about power foundations. I was just going to plug everything into the wall socket.
    My advice is get everything you want, "then", worry about isolation, power & cables. Do not go there yet..... you can't hear it to evaluate it until you have your system in your own home.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    I suggest that if you're not living in a rented space, a dedicated line (or two) with a whole home surge protector should be your first priority. Usually a several hundred dollar investment - a significant upgrade in SQ and protection for your gear. You can do the power conditioner/distributor later.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    Quote Originally Posted by Jack View Post
    No need to go overboard, but I don't think just plugging it into the wall is the answer. How many total components will you end up with in your new system that need power, three?

    Yeah, three.

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    I have a Furman power conditioner that I used with my guitar amp. Would that do the trick and help the SQ?

    Also, I have a wireless router (Net Gear). Any implications there?

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    Re: Luxman 590axii vs Pass int 60

    OK, it's been too quiet around this sub forum. Now I know someone out there has heard both these amps. So, out with it! Tell us how they compare.

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