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== Daten ==
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'''Allgemein'''
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== Data ==
* Hersteller: [[Luxman]]
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'''General'''
* Modell: Laboratory Reference 5C-50
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* Manufacturer: [[Luxman]]
* Baujahre: 1976 - 1982
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* Model: Laboratory Reference 5C-50
* Hergestellt in: Japan
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* Type: DC Stereo Preamplifier
* Farbe: Silber
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* Years of manufacture: 1976 - 1982
* Typ: DC Stereo Vorverstärker
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* Made in: Japan
* Leistungsaufnahme: 15 W
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* Color: Silver
* Abmessungen (BxHxT): 442 x 101 x 400mm
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* Power consumption: 15 W
* Gewicht: 8,2 kg  
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* Dimensions (WxHxD): 442 x 101 x 400mm
* Neupreis ca.: 160'000 Yen (Japan, 1976), 895 US-$, 2300 DM
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* Weight: 8.2 kg  
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* Original price approx.: 2'800 DM
  
  
'''Anschlüsse'''
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'''Connections'''
* Anzahl der Eingänge:
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* Number of inputs:
** Phono MM 1: 2.5 mV, 50kohm (regelbar von 30 - 100 kOhm)
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** Phono MM 1: 2.5 mV, 50kohm (adjustable from 30 - 100 kOhm).
** Phono MM 2: 2.5 mV, 50kohm (regelbar von 30 - 100 kOhm)
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** Phono MM 2: 2.5 mV, 50kohm (adjustable from 30 - 100 kOhm)
** Phono MC: Anschluss für externen Signalübertrager
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** Phono MC: Connection for external signal transformer
** Tuner: 150 mV, 50kOhm
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Tuner: 150 mV, 50kOhm
** Aux: 150 mV, 50kOhm
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Aux: 150 mV, 50kOhm
 
** Tape 1: 150 mV, 50kOhm
 
** Tape 1: 150 mV, 50kOhm
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Tape 1 DIN:
 
** Tape 2: 150 mV, 50kOhm
 
** Tape 2: 150 mV, 50kOhm
* Anzahl der Ausgänge:
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* Number of outputs:
** Pre Out 1 & 2: typisch 1V, max. 18V, <0,005%, 500 Ohm
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** Pre Out 1 &amp; 2: 1V typical, 18V max, &lt;0.005%, 500 ohms.
** Tape 1 Rec Out  
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** Tape 1 Rec Out: 150mV, max. 18V, &lt;0.005%, 500 Ohm
** Tape 1 DIN
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** Tape 1 DIN:
** Tape 2 Rec Out
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** Tape 2 Rec Out: 150mV, max. 18V, &lt;0.005%, 500 Ohm
  
  
'''Technische Daten'''  
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'''Specifications'''  
* Frequenzgang:
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* Frequency response:
** Phono: 20Hz - 20'000 Hz, ±0.2dB  
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** Phono: 20Hz - 20'000 Hz, ±0.2dB.
 
** Tuner, AUX: 1Hz - 200'000 Hz, 0.5dB  
 
** Tuner, AUX: 1Hz - 200'000 Hz, 0.5dB  
* Klirrfaktor:  
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Distortion factor:  
** Phono MM 1 & 2, MC: <0.005%
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** Phono MM 1 &amp; 2, MC: &lt;0.005%.
 
** Tuner, AUX1, 2: 0.005%
 
** Tuner, AUX1, 2: 0.005%
* Signalrauschabstand:
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* Signal to noise ratio:
** Phono MM 1 & 2: 80dB
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** Phono MM 1 &amp; 2: 80dB
 
** Phono MC:
 
** Phono MC:
 
** Tuner, AUX: 100dB  
 
** Tuner, AUX: 100dB  
** Tape 1 & 2: 100dB   
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** Tape 1 &amp; 2: 100dB   
* Lautstärkeabschwächer: regelbar von -40 dB bis - 15 dB
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* Volume attenuator: adjustable from -40 dB to - 15 dB
* Klangregelung: nur Regler von Sharp bis Broad
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* Tone control: only controls from Sharp to Broad
* Loudness: nein
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* Loudness: no
* High Filter: umschaltbar 12 kHz, Off, 18 kHz
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* High Filter: switchable 12 kHz, Off, 18 kHz
* Low Filter (Subsonic): umschaltbar 4 Hz, Off, 7 Hz
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* Low Filter (Subsonic): switchable 4 Hz, Off, 7 Hz
  
  
'''Besondere Ausstattungen'''
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'''Special Features'''
* DC Vorverstärker mit Funktionsanzeigenlampe: "Weiss" = Normalbetrieb, "Rot" = DC Offset
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* DC preamplifier with function indicator lamp: "White" = normal operation, "Red" = DC offset
* Linear Equalizer mit Regelbereich von Up-Tilt bis Down-Tilt
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* Linear Equalizer with control range from Up-Tilt to Down-Tilt
* Mono - Stereo - Reverse - Umschalter
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* Mono - Stereo - Reverse - Switch
* Lautstärkeabschwächer umschaltbar: Preset (regelbar von -40 dB bis - 15 dB), Off, Signal Off
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* Volume attenuator switchable: Preset (adjustable from -40 dB to - 15 dB), Off, Signal Off
* Anschluss für MC Step-up Transformator, Einsteckplatz auf der Rückseite
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Connector for MC step-up transformer, slot on rear panel
  
  
== Bemerkungen ==
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== Remarks ==
* Die Luxman Laboratory Reference Serie hatte ihr Debüt 1976.
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* The Luxman Laboratory Reference Series made its debut in 1976.
* Highlights waren der erste Real Time Processed DC-Verstärker und der erste Synthesizer Tuner.
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* Highlights were the first Real Time Processed DC amplifier and the first synthesizer tuner.
* Weitere Komponenten der Laboratory Reference Series waren nebst der Endstufe 5M-21, der 5G-12 Graphic Equalizer, der 5F-70 Parametrische Klangregler sowie die 5E-24 LED Pegelanzeige Einheit.
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* Other components of the Laboratory Reference Series included the 5M-21 power amplifier, the 5G-12 graphic equalizer, the 5F-70 parametric tone control, and the 5E-24 LED level meter unit.
* 1977 und 1978 wurde die Luxman Laboratory Reference Serie um folgende Geräte erweitert: Der 5L-15 Vollverstärker, der 5M-20 Endverstärker ohne VU-Meter sowie ein günstigere Tuner, der 5T-10.
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* In 1977 and 1978 the Luxman Laboratory Reference Series was extended by the following units: The 5L-15 integrated amplifier, the 5M-20 power amplifier without VU meter as well as a cheaper tuner, the 5T-10 and the cassette tape deck 5K-50. The latter was probably purchased from a third party manufacturer.
* Die Funktionalität, Performance und das innovative Design machte die Serie einmalig und unverkennbar.  
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* The functionality, performance and innovative design made the series unique and distinctive.  
* Besondere Kennzeichen waren:
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* Special features were:
** Erster DC-Verstärker und Synthesizer Tuner der Welt
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** World's first DC amplifier and synthesizer tuner.
** Computergesteuertes Kassettendeck
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** Computer controlled cassette deck
** Stapelbare Komponenten (die 4 Gerätefüße hatten entsprechende Vertiefungen beim darunter stehenden Gerät)
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Stackable components (the 4 device feet had corresponding recesses with the device standing underneath)
  
  
* Weitere Modelle der gleichen Serie:
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* Other models in the same series:
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50|5C-50 Vorverstärker]]
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** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50|5C-50 Preamplifier]]
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5M-21|5M-21 Endstufe]]
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** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5M-21|5M-21 Power Amplifier]]
 
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5T-50|5T-50 Tuner]]
 
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5T-50|5T-50 Tuner]]
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5F-70|5F-70 Klangregler]]
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** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5F-70|5F-70 Tone Control]]
 
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5G-12|5G-12 Equalizer]]
 
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5G-12|5G-12 Equalizer]]
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5E-24|5E-24 Pegelmesser]]
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** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5E-24|5E-24 Level Meter]]
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5L-15|5L-15 Vollverstärker]]
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** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5L-15|5L-15 Integrated Amplifier]]
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5M-20|5M-20 Endstufe]]
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** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5M-20|5M-20 Power Amplifier]]
 
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5T-10|5T-10 Tuner]]
 
** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5T-10|5T-10 Tuner]]
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** [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5K-50|5K-50 Tape]]
  
  
== Bilder ==
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== Pictures ==
* Luxman Laboratory Reference Serie 5C-50 Front
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* [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 Front
[[Datei:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-1.jpg]]
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[[File:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-1.jpg]]
  
* Luxman Laboratory Reference Serie 5C-50 Frontdetails Links
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* Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 front details links
[[Datei:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-2.jpg]]
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[[File:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-2.jpg]]
  
* Luxman Laboratory Reference Serie 5C-50 Frontdetails Mitte
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* Luxman Laboratory Reference series 5C-50 front details middle
[[Datei:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-3.jpg]]
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[[File:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-3.jpg]]
  
* Luxman Laboratory Reference Serie 5C-50 Frontdetails Rechts
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* Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 Front Details Right
[[Datei:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-4.jpg]]
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[[File:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-4.jpg]]
  
* Luxman Laboratory Reference Serie 5C-50 Rückseite
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* Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 rear details
[[Datei:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-6.jpg]]
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[[File:Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-6.jpg]]
  
* Luxman Laboratory Reference Series Prospektbild
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* Luxman Laboratory Reference Series brochure image
[[Datei:Luxman Laboratory Reference Series-1.jpg]]
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[[File:Luxman Laboratory Reference Series-1.jpg]]
  
* Luxman Laboratory Reference Series Beschreibung von Luxman USA
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* Luxman Laboratory Reference Series description from Luxman USA
[[Datei:Luxman Laboratory USA Series-1.jpg]]
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[[File:Luxman Laboratory USA Series-2.jpg]]
  
  
== Berichte ==
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== Reports ==
* Externer Bericht: Webseite "Hifi Studio": [http://www.hifi-studio.de/hifi-klassiker/luxman.htm]
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* External report: "Hifi Studio" website: [https://web.archive.org/web/20120513211921/http://www.hifi-studio.de/hifi-klassiker/luxman.htm]
  
  
 
== Links ==
 
== Links ==
* Externer Link: Webseite "Wegavision Pytalhost": [http://wegavision.pytalhost.com/Luxman/1980/Luxman80_04.jpg]
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* External link: "Hifi Archive" website: [http://www.hifi-archiv.info/Luxman/1980/Luxman80_04.jpg]
  
* Externer Link: Webseite "The Vintage Knob": [http://www.thevintageknob.org/luxman-Laboratory_Reference_Series.html]
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* External Link: "Hifi Archive" website: [http://www.hifi-archiv.info/Luxman/Lab/luxman-04.jpg]
  
Luxman Produkteübersicht: [[Luxman]]
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* External Link: "The Vintage Knob" website: [http://www.thevintageknob.org/luxman-Laboratory_Reference_Series.html]
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* External link: Audio Heritage, Japan website: [http://audio-heritage.jp/LUXMAN/amp/5c50.html]
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* Luxman product overview: [[Luxman]]
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[[Category:Preamplifier]]

Latest revision as of 03:46, 23 May 2019

Data[edit]

General

  • Manufacturer: Luxman
  • Model: Laboratory Reference 5C-50
  • Type: DC Stereo Preamplifier
  • Years of manufacture: 1976 - 1982
  • Made in: Japan
  • Color: Silver
  • Power consumption: 15 W
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 442 x 101 x 400mm
  • Weight: 8.2 kg
  • Original price approx.: 2'800 DM


Connections

  • Number of inputs:
    • Phono MM 1: 2.5 mV, 50kohm (adjustable from 30 - 100 kOhm).
    • Phono MM 2: 2.5 mV, 50kohm (adjustable from 30 - 100 kOhm)
    • Phono MC: Connection for external signal transformer

Tuner: 150 mV, 50kOhm Aux: 150 mV, 50kOhm

    • Tape 1: 150 mV, 50kOhm

Tape 1 DIN:

    • Tape 2: 150 mV, 50kOhm
  • Number of outputs:
    • Pre Out 1 & 2: 1V typical, 18V max, <0.005%, 500 ohms.
    • Tape 1 Rec Out: 150mV, max. 18V, <0.005%, 500 Ohm
    • Tape 1 DIN:
    • Tape 2 Rec Out: 150mV, max. 18V, <0.005%, 500 Ohm


Specifications

  • Frequency response:
    • Phono: 20Hz - 20'000 Hz, ±0.2dB.
    • Tuner, AUX: 1Hz - 200'000 Hz, 0.5dB

Distortion factor:

    • Phono MM 1 & 2, MC: <0.005%.
    • Tuner, AUX1, 2: 0.005%
  • Signal to noise ratio:
    • Phono MM 1 & 2: 80dB
    • Phono MC:
    • Tuner, AUX: 100dB
    • Tape 1 & 2: 100dB
  • Volume attenuator: adjustable from -40 dB to - 15 dB
  • Tone control: only controls from Sharp to Broad
  • Loudness: no
  • High Filter: switchable 12 kHz, Off, 18 kHz
  • Low Filter (Subsonic): switchable 4 Hz, Off, 7 Hz


Special Features

  • DC preamplifier with function indicator lamp: "White" = normal operation, "Red" = DC offset
  • Linear Equalizer with control range from Up-Tilt to Down-Tilt
  • Mono - Stereo - Reverse - Switch
  • Volume attenuator switchable: Preset (adjustable from -40 dB to - 15 dB), Off, Signal Off

Connector for MC step-up transformer, slot on rear panel


Remarks[edit]

  • The Luxman Laboratory Reference Series made its debut in 1976.
  • Highlights were the first Real Time Processed DC amplifier and the first synthesizer tuner.
  • Other components of the Laboratory Reference Series included the 5M-21 power amplifier, the 5G-12 graphic equalizer, the 5F-70 parametric tone control, and the 5E-24 LED level meter unit.
  • In 1977 and 1978 the Luxman Laboratory Reference Series was extended by the following units: The 5L-15 integrated amplifier, the 5M-20 power amplifier without VU meter as well as a cheaper tuner, the 5T-10 and the cassette tape deck 5K-50. The latter was probably purchased from a third party manufacturer.
  • The functionality, performance and innovative design made the series unique and distinctive.
  • Special features were:
    • World's first DC amplifier and synthesizer tuner.
    • Computer controlled cassette deck

Stackable components (the 4 device feet had corresponding recesses with the device standing underneath)



Pictures[edit]

  • [[Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 Front

Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-1.jpg

  • Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 front details links

Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-2.jpg

  • Luxman Laboratory Reference series 5C-50 front details middle

Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-3.jpg

  • Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 Front Details Right

Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-4.jpg

  • Luxman Laboratory Reference Series 5C-50 rear details

Luxman Laboratory Reference 5C-50-6.jpg

  • Luxman Laboratory Reference Series brochure image

Luxman Laboratory Reference Series-1.jpg

  • Luxman Laboratory Reference Series description from Luxman USA

Luxman Laboratory USA Series-2.jpg


Reports[edit]

  • External report: "Hifi Studio" website: [1]


Links[edit]

  • External link: "Hifi Archive" website: [2]
  • External Link: "Hifi Archive" website: [3]
  • External Link: "The Vintage Knob" website: [4]
  • External link: Audio Heritage, Japan website: [5]
  • Luxman product overview: Luxman