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There are now two system of high fidelity, monophonic (monaural) and stereophonic. Monophonic is a system that starts from one microphone and is fed through a single high fidelity set. Stereophonic is a double system. Two separate microphones are placed at different sides of the orchestra and two different systems are used to keep the two signals or channels separated. Two separate speakers are used, placed on different sides of you room. Stereo is much like 3-D photography, two slightly different sound reach your ears giving you a new dimension in sound.




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Luxman PD-121/131 turntable

Direct-drive turntable (without tonearm0

Brand-new direct-drive turntable with fully electronic controlled brushless DC servo motor, featuring bayonet arm-base mounting, unique mirror stroboscope system.

Features

Brushless DC srvo-controlled motor ensures excellent stability of rotational speed and offers high torque

Special arm-base mounting is used for easy replacement (one touch system) of tonearm of your choice. (No tonearm is supplied with this turntable)

Smart and ultra slim appearance yet resistant to howling and floor vibration

Turntable platter designed as to give not only necessary inertia but possible heaviest weight in consideration of motor bearing and resonance/tension of each part of the turntable

Insulator, compliance and control required for prevention of vibration is obtained by combination of spring, rubber and silicon grease.

Acrylite case, 4 mm thick dust cover.

Feather-touch On/Off micro switch

 


Generally speaking, manufacturers design a product and place great stress on cost performance and additional effort is paid as to where the compromise is made. In the case of audiophiles, importance is attached to what they seek or want to do rather than its cost.

This turntable Luxman now proudly announce is designed purely from the concept of audiophiles - slim and compact appearance, rugged construction resistant to howling and external vibration, arm base where one's favorite tone-arm could be fixed by a single touch and performance stability. Look at the internal construction and you will surely notice the above philosophy throughout.

 

Motor Suspension

The most unique feature of this turntable is the motor suspending structure. The robust chassis of aluminum die-casting integrates the tonearm base. For the upper panel, anodized aluminum of 3mm thick is used, which is, through rubber, fixed to the wood frame thus providing damping effect. Net weight is 13 kg (PD-121) and 11 kg (PD-131), which contributes effectively to prevent howling feedback or floor vibration.

 

Bayonet Mount Tonearm Base

A tonearm is not provided with the PD-121 (and PD-131). But the elaborate bayonet mount type tonearm base , similar in principle to that used in cameras, is adopted to ensure quick interchangeability of various famous tonearms with easy "one touch" operation

 

Unique Stroboscope

A unique idea is adopted for the stroboscope to ensure an easy and pleasant check of the turntable rotation. In order to make the stroboscope pattern very clear a black light tube is fired by very short duration pulses and a special "dayglo" paint has been used for the strobo markings. Further the line frequency indication can be identified by colour yellow for 50 Hz and yellow/green for 60 Hz.

 

Chassis, wooden frame and panel

Aluminum die-cast chassis with sufficient strength and weight, 3 mm thick anodized aluminium panel are firmly assembled together with rubber and elegant wooden frame with bumper effect which keeps this turntable immune from vibration

 

Insulator of Triple Structure

A special and unique insulator has been developed to ensure best possible anti-vibration. Each spring is damped by rubber, and the whole damper mechanism is suspended in silicon-grease. This is really and effective insulator and necessary compliance and damping effect are beautifully integrated.

 


Specifications:

Phono Motor Section

Driving System:  Direct-drive system

Motor:  DC servo brushless motor

Turntable Platter:  300 mm (12") aluminum die-cast

Platter Weight:  2,4 kg including platter-mat (1,9 kg PD-131)

Speed Rotation:  33-⅓ and 45 rpm

Adjustable Range of Rotation:  ±4% independently for each speed

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  no less than 70 dB (ICE-B)

Wow and Flutter:  no more than 0,03% WRMS

Additional

Dust Cover:  4 mm thick acrylic resin Detachable with pre set hinge stop

Stroboscope:  Mirror system, speed indication by means of black light

Insulator:  adjustable height

General

Power Requirements:  110, 120 220, 240 V 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption: 

During Rotation :  6 W (PD-121) 5 W (PD-131)

At Start :  20 W (PD-121) 14,5 W (PD-131)

Dimensions (W x H x D):  472 x 144 x 3375 mm (18-5/8" x 5-11/16" x 14-11/16")

Weight: 

PD-121 (net) : 13 kg (29 lbs)

PD-131 (net) ;  11 kg (24 lbs)


 

Luxman PD-277 turntable

Fully Automatic Direct-Drive Turntable

 

Brushless, Slotless DC Servo Motor

The servo-controlled direct drive brushless DC motor with its gapless pole design is totally free from cogging or pulsing that plagues many other direct-drive turntables, ensuring superb Wow and Flutter characteristics. The high-inertia platter distributes its large mass evenly around the contour.

 

Straight Tonearm

The straight, statically-balanced tonearm has several important features. For exampling, the vertical pivots extend through the arm rather than simply suspending it from the outside. This minimizes lateral play, and assures that the stylus remains always perpendicular to the disc. Also, the arm's nested double-tube construction and internal damping deal most effectively with resonance.

The headshell is integrated to the tonearm. This system is much better than changing headshells, since it minimizes mass at the critical point of the tonearm, removing possible poor contact of the cartridge terminals.

 


Mirror Reflex Stroboscope

The unique stroboscope system of mirror-reflection type is featured, which makes it easy to adjust an accurate rotation speed.

 

Feather-Touch Operation

An electronic sensing system offers feather-touch operation of the auto-start and cut-off functions, giving no mechanical loads.

 

Platter Mat

The platter mat is so designed as to realize firm retention of the disc. To minimize unnecessary space between the disc and mat, the plane is procured between the two by making the platter contour match that of the disc.

This mat damps not only the disc but the platter itself thanks to its high-density rubber material, and it is exactly inlaid to the platter. Its specially treated surface ensures superb contact to the disc.

 

Dust Cover

An acrylic resin is used for the dust cover, which provides very smooth surface and excelent result against acoustic feedback. Simi-free-stop hinges make the entire dust detachable.

 

Other features

The power-on/off and speed selector, manual-auto-repeat selector, and auto-start and cut-off buttons are most logically placed in consideration of human engineering. Also, all the necessary functions are provided such as oil-damped cueing system, inside-force cancellor, etc.

 


Specifications:

Phono Motor Section

Driving System:  Direct-drive system

Motor:  DC servo brushless and slotless motor

Turntable Platter:  300 mm aluminium die-cast

Platter Weight:  1,8 kg including platter-mat

Speed Rotation:  33-⅓ and 45 rpm

Adjustable Range of Rotation:  ±4%

Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  no less than 60 dB (ICE-B)

Wow and Flutter:  no more than 0,03% WRMS

Tonearm Section

Tonearm:  Straight Arm of static balance type

Effective Length:  240 mm

Tracking Error:  +2°13', -1°08'

Overhang:  15 mm

Cartridge Weight:  4 g - 11 g

Cartridge Height:  16 mm - 19 mm (by use of spacers)

Stylus Pressure:  0 - 3 g (direct reading)

Accessories:  Anti-skate adjustment, tonearm elevation

Additional

Dust Cover:  Detachable with semi-freestop hinge

Stroboscope:  Mirror-reflex type

Automatic Function:  Auto-Start; Auto-Repeate Cut-Off

General

Power Requirements:  110, 120 220, 240 V 50/60 Hz

Power Consumption:  12 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  472 x 152 x 348 mm (18-37/64" x 6" x 13-45/64")

Weight:  10 kg (22 lbs) net


 

Luxman PD-191A turntable

LUXMAN introduces the PD-191A, a premium turntable system designed to replace the long running PD-171 series.

Savor the endlessly rich warmth of a piece of music and that special sense of time flowing differently when you play a cherished analog recording. PD-191A is a superb player capable of delivering the excellence of vinyl recordings playback experiences. Our newly developed, original tonearm, with extremely high initial sensitivity, uses a knife-edge vertical bearing system to realize those sensitive movements that make up the finest nuances of a musical moment. Combining a silent and refined DC motor belt-drive system supported by a robust power supply; PD-191A offers a truly high-fidelity and emotional vinyl listening experience.

 

Newly developed, completely original tonearm - the PD-191A is our LTA-710 static balanced tonearm which employs knife-edge bearing technology for excellent initial movement sensitivity.

 


Brushless DC motor and high-capacity power supply - The drive motor is one fundamental component of a belt-drive analog player where powerful and stable platter rotation is of paramount importance. The PD-191A features an original, high-precision, high-torque, brushless DC motor supported by a float-mounted, highly stable and fully regulated large-capacity power transformer that has been upgraded to higher specifications for today’s favored high-mass platters.

 


A heavyweight, high-mass platter with a huge moment of inertia - The platter chosen for the PD-191A is a 35mm-thick, 5.2kg heavyweight disk, machined from a single, extremely thick aluminum billet, precisely diamond cut and finished to exact surfaces which beautifully reflect light.

 

Elegant, timeless LUXMAN industrial design, featuring a wood front-panel and low center-of-gravity chassis - Our selection and finishing of the external and structural materials that make up the finished product are highly important to us as we feel that the listener’s operation of an analog player should be a tactile and visually satisfying experience.

Multiple integrated vibration damping structures

Three selectable rotation speeds with pitch control and stroboscope indicator

 


Specifications:

Drive System:  Belt drive system

Motor:  Brushless DC motor with PID control

Material:  Machined aluminum, Surface finish: Diamond cut

Revolution:  33 ⅓ rpm, 45 rpm, 78 rpm (3 speeds selectable)

Revolution Adjustment Range:  ±6% (each rotation speed adjustable independently)

Wow and Flutter:  0.04% or less (W.R.M.S.)

Platter Weight:  5.2 kg

Tonearm Section        

Type:  Static balanced, S shaped, universal type

Bearing:  Concealed vertical knife edge

Effective Length        :  256 mm

Overhang:  16 mm

Tracking Error Angle:  +1.07° to -1.52°

Applicable Cartridge Weight:  4 to 11 g (including headshell 17 to 24 g)

Adjustable Height Range:  22 mm

Anti-skating:  0 to 4 g

Power Source:  230 V50 Hz / 115 V60 Hz

Power Consumption:  5 W

Dimensions (W x H x D):  491 × 128 (to the upper surface of the platter) × 399 mm

Net Weight:  24.8 kg (main unit), 26.4 kg (with dust cover)


 

Luxman L-509x amplifier

Features of the Luxman L-509X

 

New LECUA1000 — LUXMAN Electronically Controlled Attenuator 1000 —

New LECUA1000, which is the integration of an amplifier circuit and a high-precision attenuator by electronically-controlled fixed resistance switcheovers is mounted. Further fine sound volume adjustable without deterioration of sound quality from 0 dB through 87 dB

ODNF — Only Distortion Negative Feedback —

The output section features LUXMAN’s original distortion-only negative feedback system which allows for a high speed primary slew rate and ultra-wide audio bandwidth. Only distortion generated in the amplification process is fed back for cancellation. This maintains pure, high quality sound reproduction in the main amplifier section. The latest version, ODNF 4.0 has achieved low impedance and a high signal to noise ratio for the transmission circuits thanks to the paralleled first stage and Darlington equipped second stage amplification circuits. Also the input stage error detection circuits are triple-paralleled to moderate frequency characteristics and noise

4 parallel push-pull output stages

4 parallel push-pull structure of bipolar transistors. Rated output of 120 W+120 W (8Ω), 220 W+220 W (4Ω)

Peel coat, PCB

A peel coat PCB is used for the amplifier board to eliminate the dielectric effect of a resist by using gold plating instead of applying a resist on copper foil with 100μm in thickness.

Highly stable power supply

Highly stable power supply circuit that combines a large-capacity EI-core-type power transformer with customizable 10,000μF × 8 capacitor bloc

Parallel speaker relays

This unit is equipped with 2 large parallel speaker relays with a low resistance value to reduce the impedance of the speaker output lines.

Beeline construction

LUXMAN’s “Beeline” construction ensures that the audio signal path takes the optimum shortest route from input to speaker output.

Selector switch IC

Selector switch IC of high sound quality, which is used in the top-end control amplifier, C-900u, improves the separation and crosstalk performances.

Schottky barrier diodes

By using Schottky barrier diodes, manufactured by Nihon Inter Electronics Corporation, this unit achieves higher DC conversion efficiency in the rectifier circuit and much less switching noise.

 


 

Original LUXMAN’s OFC wiring

Our original un-plated OFC wiring with spirally wrapped shielding is used for all internal connections to ensure smooth, pure signal transmission. Especially 3.5 mm2 heavy wire is used between the amplifier board and speaker output board.

Non-angled circuitry

After careful consideration of the delicate nature of audio signal flow, non-angled circuit board tracking has been adopted to achieve smooth signal transmission

Phono amplifier

This unit is equipped with a phono amplifier that is compatible with the MM/MC cartridge to achieve analog record reproduction in a high-grade level without adding a dedicated phono amplifier.

Separate function

This unit is equipped with a separate switch to separate the pre-amplifier and power-amplifier each other that enables the bi-amp connection adding a power-amplifier and the coexis tence with an AV system.

Loopless chassis structure

This unit features a loop-less chassis, independently constructed to eliminate increases in ground impedance caused by chassis current.

Copper alloy RCA terminals

A copper alloy terminal that has high conductivity equivalent to copper and hardness equivalent to brass is used for LINE-1 input terminal.

18 mm pitch RCA terminal

18 mm pitch RCA input terminals are used (RCA terminals other than LINE-1) to support high sound quality cables with large connectors

Ventilation

Large-sized ventilation mounted on the top panel to enhance the heat radiation efficiency of this unit. The design follows M-900u/70

Cast-iron insulator

For stability and support, this product features cast iron feet with vibration reducing density gradient.

Hairline finish for the top board

Application of surface treatments such as blasted white for the main unit and sophisticated hairline finish for the top board

Large type speaker terminals

Speaker terminals (A and B systems) of inline layout (with same characteristics for right and left), which is compatible with Y lugs to enable easy connection with extra-thick speaker cables.

Headphone output terminal

This terminal allows you to casually enjoy sound with headphones

Needle-type meter

This unit is equipped with needle-type meters lighted with LED, which improves the visibility in the listening room. High visibility thanks to white illumination.

Aluminum remote control

The high-grade remote control, which is encased in aluminum, can control applicable CD/SACD players as well

 


Specifications

Rated Output Power

120 W+120 W (8 Ω)

220 W+220 W (4 Ω

Total Harmonic Distortion

0.007 % (8 Ω, 1 kHz both channels simultaneous drive, line straight on)

0.06 % (8 Ω, 20 to 20 kHz both channels simultaneous drive, line straight on)

Pre-amplifier Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Phono (MM) : 2,5 mV / 47 k Ω

Phono (MC) : 0,3 mV / 100 Ω

Line : 180 mV / 47 k Ω

Monitor : 180 mV / 47 k Ω

Bal. Line : 180 mV / 55 k

Main-amplifier Input Sensitivity/Impedance

Main In : 1.1 V / 47 k Ω

Output Voltage

REC OUT :  180 mV

PRE OUT :  1 V

Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Phono (MM) : 91 dB or more (IHF-A correction, 5 mV input)

Phono (MC) : 75 dB or more (IHF-A correction, 0.5 mV input)

Line : 105 dB or more (IHF-A weighted, input shorted, line straight on)

Frequency Response

Phono (MM) : 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (±0.5 dB, line straight on)

Phono (MC) : 20 Hz to 20,000 Hz (±0.5 dB, line straight on)

Line : 20 Hz to 100,000 Hz (within –3 dB, line straight on)

Loudness Control :  +7 dB at 100 Hz : +5 dB at 10 kHz

Damping Factor : 370

Power Supply :  220 - 230 V (50/60 Hz)

Power Consumption:  380 W; 0.5 W (at standby), 150 W (at no input)

Dimensions (W x H x D):  440 (W) x 193 (H) x 463 (D) mm (front side knob with 20 mm and rear side terminal with 37 mm included in depth)

Weight:  29.3 kg (main unit only)

Luxman T-12 tuner

The Accutouch system seizes the exact tuning point including that at the RF stage and offers total, stable reception even against ambient fluctuation.
In this system, the accurate center tuning point is detected by means of a control voltage at the quartz circuit, which activates a mechanical lock function. As the tuning knob is gradually turned to locate the FM station, a positive lock occurs for about 1 second at the exact tune-in point inclusive of the RF stage.
Generally speaking, a quartz-locked FM tuner has the advantage of offering very stable reception against ambient fluctuation such as temperature, etc. But this system functions to control only the local oscillator, and does not extend to the RF stage. Moreover, depending onn the method of tuning operation, tuning error is triggered at a max. 100 kHz, so that various characteristics are deteriorated (such as distortion, separation, rejection etc.) in other words, only our "Accutouch" makes it possible to make the most of the quartz lock system to prevent possible tuning error. When the power is turned off with the Quartz Lock on, the proper receiving condition is automatically obtained the next time power is turned on.

IF Bandwidth Selector
If the IF stage a 2-step bandwidth selectoris provided. In the "wide" position, 2 pairs of LC block filter are combined providing exceptionally good phase characteristics, and realizing ultra low distortion. Conversely in the "narrow" position a combination of block and ceramic ffilters achieves high selectivity.
The IF filters adopted here have excellent group-delay characteristics, however, to make the ultra low distortion tuner perfect, even small deviation of the components used should be controlled. Therefore to solve this, a phase compensation circuit is provided in the IF stage, and the units are checked one by one to realize excellent distortion characteristics.

Sonic Excellence
In the front end an exclusive FM 5-gang variable capacitor is used to make the most of the various superb characteristics in the IF  and following stages. Also high selectivity in each RF amp circuit ensures satisfactory interference rejection. In the detector circuit, a new quadrature IC and a special detector transformer are adopted to realize a low-distortion characteristic through wide bandwidth and high Signal-to-Noise ratio. Distortion at the detector stage has been suppressed down to a level below that of most test equipment. Thus no more than 0,02% distortion is realized for a deviation of ±50 kHz, or no more than 0,05% even through ±100 kHz.
A pilot signal cancellor circuit is arranged in the multiplex stage to improve frequency response and phase characteristics.

Specifications
Receiving Frequency:  87,5 MHz - 108 MHz
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity:
50 µS :  16,0 dBf 93,3 µV)
75 µS :  14,2 dBf (2,8 µV)
IHF Usable Sensitivity:  10,7 dBf (1,8 µV)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  80 dB
Frequency Response:  20 Hz - 17,000 Hz (within -0,5 dB, mono & stereo)
Total Harmonic Distortion:
100 Hz (wide) :  0,05% (mono); 0,07% (Stereo)
1 kHz (wide) :  0,05% (mono); 0,06% (stsreo)
6 kHz (wide) :  0,07% (mono); 0,1% 9stereo)
1 kHz (narrow) :  0,2% (mono); 0,5% (stereo)
Capture Ratio:
Wide :  0,8 dB
Narrow :  2 dB
Adjacent Channel Selectivity:  12 dB (narrow ±200 kHz)
Alternate Channel Selectivity: 
60 dB (narrow, ±300 kHz)
90db (narrow ±400 kHz)
30 dB (wide, ±400 kHz)
Spurious Response ratio:  100 dB
IF response Ratio:  100 dB
Image Response ratio:  100 dB
AM Suppression Ratio:  62 dB
Stereo Separation:
100 Hz (wide) :  45 dB
1 kHz (wide) :  50 dB
10 Hz (wide) :  45 dB
1 kHz (narrow) :  30 dB
Output Voltage:  1 V (fix);  0 V - 1 V (variable)
Output Impedance:  100 Ω (fix); 100 Ω - 1,25 k Ω (variable)
Muting Threshold:  10 µV - 500 µV (variable)
Power Consumption:  20 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 322 x 78 mm (17-1/4" x 12-11/16" x 3-1/16")
Weight:  7 kg (15,4 lbs) net

Luxman DP-07 CD transport

The Luxman DP-07 Compact Disc Player features:
GaAlAs laser double hetero diode pick-up
Anti-resonant ceramic FRP base and massive aluminium diecast chassis
Special shock absorber for floating pickup support
High speed precision linear motor tracking
Isolation of left/right channel signal paths at all stages including power transformers
Idependent voltage regulators at 10 stages
Pickup, microcomputer/display, output stages, transformers, and power supply components isolated in separate internal blocks to eliminate electrical crosstalk
Ultra-high quality materials and components used throughout, including PC-OCC wiring and 70µ-thick OFC glass epoxy PC boards
Top-loading panel to eliminate tray vibrations and seal out atmospheric disturbances
Full remote control features
Line phase sensor
Front panel display dimmer/switch
Champagne gold finish

Works of Art. - introducing the hardware
The Fluency DAC is the heart of the Luxman DA-07 D/A Converter Unit, a masterpiece of electronic engineering and careful design in its own right. Luxman spared no effort on any aspecct of its massive anti-resonant construction, top-quality components, and capabilities, which include D/A conversion for CD, DAT, and digital satellite broadcasting and three optical and three coaxial digital inputs.
Likewise, the Luxman DP-07 CD Player sets a new standard for uncompromising quality of design, materials, and construction in pursuit of Ultimate Fidelity. Its top-loading design, a massive anti-resonant ceramic FRP base and diecast chassis, and the most elaborate damping system ever used in a CD player ensure that the GaAlAs laser pickup tracks flawlessly. As in the DA-07, unmatched purity of output signal is achieved through full separation of L/R power supplies and signal paths. In series with the DA-07, the DP-07 produces a sound of a totally different dimension from any other CD player. In sum, it is the only CD player that can claim to reproduce music as it was first played.

The Ultimate CD Player System
Luxman is so confident that the DP-07/DA-07 CD p;layer system will set a new standard for CD reproduction, it has already started to tackle the development of Fluency DAC-equipped CD players for more moderate budgets. For now, though, the choice of the ultimate CD player is a simple one. Listen and let your own ears help you decide whether you want the state of the art. Because until we can advance it any further, this is it.

Specifications
Laser Pick-up:  Gallium Aluminium Arsenide (gaAlAs) Double Hetero Diode
Digital Outputs
Coaxial :  0,5 Vp-p/75 Ω
Optical 1 :  Wavelength 820 nm
Optical 2 :  Wavelength 660 nm
Remote Control Unit:  RD-07 (included)
Dimensions (W x H x D):  300 x 183 x 452 mm
Weight (Net):  20 kg

Luxman DA-07 D/A converter

The Luxman DA-07 Digital/Analog Converter Unit
Features:
Fluency DAC conversion of digital  inputs with sampling frequencies of 44,1 kHz (CD), 48 kHz (DAT) and 32 kHz (Digital Satellite Broadcasting Tuner)
Complete isolation of left/right channel and digital/analog signal paths at all stages, including independent L/R power transformers
Ultra-high quality materials and components used throughout, including PC-OCC wiring and 70 µ-thick OFC glass epoxy PC boards
Independent voltage regulators at 11 stages
Massive anti-resonant rigid construction with 18 mm front panel
Full copper plated chassis and 10-block internal layout for maximum shielding
Switching of 3 coaxial, and 3 optical digital inputs (2 standard and 1 ultra high speed for use with DP-07)
Digital recording optical and coaxial outputs
3 analog outputs (variable coaxial, fixed coaxial, and fixed balanced)
Adjustable master output level
Front panel display dimmer/switch
Champagne gold finish
A conventional DAC design applying Shannon's Theorem and a digital oversampling filter results in ringing distortions. These can be seen in the small ripples on either side of the musical signal. Ringing results in constant low-level noise and a perceived decline in dynamic range. These spurious signal also cause phase distortions during listening, detracting from the subtle musical harmonics that make music come to life. The Fluency DAC virtually eliminates ringing. A similarly dramatic improvement in reproduction is seen inn the square wave test.
Restoring the full musical spectrum
The advantages of the Fluency DAC are not limited to the elimination of phase shift and ringing. By accurately selecting musical signals at the input stage, the Fluency DAC produces an analog signal with more musical depth. Almost all music sources naturally contain a small but significant harmonic component at the upper limits of audibility. This component is critical to the soundstage localization and musical "ambience" that are essential for realistic reproduction. However, digital recording for compact discs is a pulse-code modulation process using a sampling frequency of 44,1 kHz, which effectively eliminates all musical signal from about 22 kHz on up. Moreover, conventional DAC's employ a filter that begins a steep cut-off at lower frequencies.

Luxman found an ingenious way to restore this missing musical ambience using the Fluency DAC. Because harmonics arise from basic physical laws and mathematical principles, the distribution of harmonics that occur in nature can be recreated. By carefully programming the digital input stage of the Fluency DAC, Luxman has succeeded in reproducing the rich ambience lost in the CD recording and playback.

Specifications:
Method of D/A Conversion:  Fluency DAC, 16-bit, no LP filter
Sampling Frequencies:  32 kHz, 44,1 kHz, 48 kHz (automatic switching)
Frequency Response (CD Input):  4 Hz - 20 kHz (±0,1 dB)
Total Harmonic Distortion:  0,008%
Impulse Distortion (Impulse peak/sample peak):  approx. 0,4% (ref. 26% for DAC based on Shannon's Theorem)
s.n Ratio:  more than 115 dB
Digital Inputs Voltage:
Coaxial 1, 2, 3 :  0,5 Vp-p/75 Ω
Optical 1 :  125 Mb/s
Optical 2, 3 :  6 Mb/s
Digital Output Voltage
Coaxial:  2 V/74 Ω (fixed), -2 V/ 100 Ω (variable)
Balanced:  4 V/ 94 Ω (fixed)
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 220 x 474 mm
Weight (net):  27 kg


Luxman LV-113 amplifier


This integrated amplifier has been designed for highest sonic purity. Triple Darlington outputs and driver topology, optical and coaxial direct digital inputs with built-in DAC. 4 fold oversampling filter, high current high power output into low impedance loads, massive power supply and heatsink designs, all contribute to the achievement of this goal.

Specifications
Rated Output Power
70 W + 70 W at 8 Ω (20 Hz - 20 kHz)
85 W + 85 W at 8 Ω (1 kHz)
80 W + 80 W at 6 Ω (20 Hz -20 kHz)
Dynamic Power:
90 W + 90 W at 8 Ω
150 W + 150 W at 4 Ω
190 W + 190 W at 2 Ω
Total Harmonic Distortion (8 Ω, 70 W)
From 20 Hz to 20 kHz :  0,03%
At 1 kHz :  0,006%
Intermodulation Distortion ( 8 Ω, 60 Hz : 7 kHz - 4 : 1):  0,008% ( 70 W)
Input Sensitivity/Impedance
Phono (MM) :  2,5 mV/50 k Ω
CD, Tuner, LD/VHD, Tape 1-2 :  150 mV/40 k Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted, Input Shorted)
Phono (5 mV Input) :  87 dB
CD, Tuner, LD/VHD, Tape 1-2 :  105 dB
Frequency Response:
Phono :  20 Hz - 20,000 Hz (±0,3 dB)
CD, Tuner, LD/VHD, Tape 1-2 :  1 Hz - 150 kHz (-3 dB)
Tone Control:
Bass :  ±10 dB at 100 Hz
Treble :  ±10 dB at 10 kHz
Subsonic Filter:  -3 dB/oct (15 Hz)
Loudness Control (VR - 30 dB) :  +6 dB at 100 Hz ;  +4 dB at 10 kHz
D/A Section
Output:  2 V
Signal-to-Noise:  105 dB (IHF-A Filter)
Separation:  80 dB (1 kHz, B.P.F.)
Frequency Response:  5 Hz - 20 kHz (±0,5 dB)
Dynamic Range:  91 dB
Video Section
Input/Output:  1 Vp-p/75 Ω
DP, DG:  1°, 1%
Power Requirements: 120/220/240 V AC 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 3,2 A
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 137 x 382 mm
Weight:  9,8 kg (net)

Luxman DD-113 cd player

Digital Direct CD Player

Digital Output for Sonic Purity
The DD-113 is the second generation of the world's first digital output-only compact disc player, the D-113D. By concentrating on perfecting the CD player's basic functions prior to the D/A conversion stage, Luxman has achieved the ultimate in pure digital output and solved the needless duplication of DAC functions in the player and amplifier.
Direct Link wuth the LV-113 amplifier
The full potential of the DD-113 can be realized in combination with the Luxman LV-113, an integrated amplifier capable of digital direct input. This set-up completes Luxman's new "Digital Exclusive" system
High-Rigid Lock Mechanism, STAR Circuit
The DD-113 naturally incorporates all the Luxman advances in basic CD player technology, including the High-Rigid Lock Mechanism. Independent springs support the main chassis and the pickup drive mechanism, while a special type of shock-absorbent rubber isolates the pickup base and the main chassis. The STAR Circuit ensures that a constant ground reference is provided independently for each electrical stage and channel.
Convenient Feaatures too - An easy-to-read fluorescent display dimmer can be adjusted to your preference, or switched off completely. Programming of up to 32 tracks in random order is possible through the remote control or front panel controls.
The DD-113 also feaatures:
18-Key Remote Control
Seriall Remote Control with LV-113 Integrated Amplifier

Specifications:
System:  Optical Semiconductor laser Pick-up
Bit: 16-Bit Linear System
Channels:  2 channel Stereo
Digital Output Voltage
Coaxial :  0,5 Vp-p/75 Ω
Optical :  -21 -15 dBm
Wavelength:  660 nm
Frequency Response:  20 -20,000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion:  0,001%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  85 dB
Dynamic Range:  83 dB
Separation at 1 kHz:  75 dB
Power Requirements:  AC 120/220/240V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 12 W
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 85 x 331 mm
Weight:  4,4 kg

Luxman L-113A amplifier

L-113A  Duo-Beta Circuit Integrated Amplifier
Amplifier with simple design and simple circuit configuration. Backed on Lux's Duo-Beta philosophy, the entire simplifying circuit from input to speaker is divided into only two blocks - phono equalizer and power amplifier. The result is outstanding waveform fidelity.
Specifications
Power Output:  40 W minimum continuous per channel both channels driven into 8 Ω with no more than 0,02% Total Harmonic Distortion
Rated I.M. :  no more than 0,02% (8 Ω, 40 W/ch, 60 Hz : 7 kHz = 4 : 1)
Frequency Response:  30 Hz - 20 kHz (±0,5 dB) Phono
Input Sensitivity/Impedance;
Phono :  2,2 mV/50 k Ω
Tuner :  130 mV/70 k Ω
Aux :  130 mV/70 k Ω
Monitor :  130 mV/70 k Ω
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 
Phono :  better than 93 dB (IHF -A weighted, 10 mV)
Tuner :  better than 100 dB (IHF -A weighted)
Monitor :  better than 100 dB (IHF -A weighted)
Residual Noise:  no more than 0,5 mV
Tone Control
Bass :  +8 dB -10 dB at 70 Hz
Treble ;  +8 dB -10 dB at 14 kHz
Filter
High Cut :  7 kHz (-6 dB/oct)
Phono Subsonic :  30 Hz (-6 dB/oct)
Low Cut :  70 Hz (-6 dB/oct)
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 306 x 84 mm (17-1/4" x 12-1/16" x 3-11/32")
Weight (Net):  7,5 kg (16,5 lbs)

Luxman K-113 cassette deck

K-113A Stereo Cassette Deck
Quality cassette deck in the budget price bracked, with Metal tape capability. Features FL peak meter and soft-touch "Mecha-Logic" controlled operation.
Additional Features:  Soft-Touch Mechanism, FL peak level Indicator, Dolby NR, Headphone jack
Specifications
Heads:  2 heads
Rec/Pb :  1 x Hexalam head
Erase :  1 x doublegap ferrite head
Wow and Flutter :  no more than 0,06%
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
Metal (Dolby NR off/on) :  better than 57 dB / 62 dB
CrO₂  (Dolby NR off/on) :  better than 57 dB / 62 dB
LH Tape (Dolby NR off/on) :  better than 55 dB / 60 dB
Frequency Response:
Metal :  20 Hz - 19,000 Hz
CrO₂ :  20 Hz - 18,000 Hz
LH :  20 Hz - 16,000 Hz
Distortion:  no more than 0,7% (LH, 1 kHz, 0 dB)
Input Sensitivity:
Line :  80 mV
Mic ;  0,25 mV
Output Level :
Line :  500 mV
Headphone :  1 mW (8 Ω)
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 275 x 109 mm (17,5" x 11,0" x 4,4")
Weight (net):  4,2 kg (9,2 lbs)

Luxman R-351 receiver


Digital Synthesized AM/FM Stereo Receiver
Luxman's audio excellence combines with todays computer intelligence in the new System Bus to bring you the heart of a totally integrated system. The R-351 features a robust 55 watts per channel. Convenience features include full system remote control, computer analuzed tuning, CD Syncro recording, record Out selector and a variable sleep timer. Multi-room system remote control is available with infrared or in-wall keypad operation. As with every "300" Series unit, the System Bus computer control offers the simplest method of operating your system ever. Also Duo beta, STAR Circuit, Voltage Driven Amplification, pre-amp Out.

Features:
20 Random Station memories - A total of 20 AM and /or FM stations can be memorized in any random pattern. Any station can be instantly recalled by touching the appropriate random station preset button without any need to change the Am or FM Input Selector, and the 20 stations can be recalled by local or remote control
Computer Store - This feature allows the internal computer of the R-351 to automatically store a series of FM or AM station in the 20 preset memory locations. The automatic storing sequence may be started at the first or any subsequent memory position and from any chosen frequency position on the FM or AM band.

Auto-Seek FM/AM Tuning - Allows automatic tuning of all stations (except weak stations below the muting level) on a station-by-station basis. This eliminates the tedium of manually fine tuning every station.
Specifications
Amplifier Section
Power Output : 55 W (8 Ω load, 20 -20,000 Hz)
Distortion:  0,08% (8 Ω load, 20 - 20,000 Hz)
Input Sensitivity/impedance:  150 ±30 mV /35 k Ω (ref. 1 kHz)
Frequency response:  10 Hz - 50 kHz (-3 dB, ref. 1 kkhz)
Signal-to-Noise ratio:  82 dB (500 mV input)
Tone Controls:
Bass (at 100 Hz) :  ±10 ±2 dB
Treble (at 10 kHz) :  ±10 ±2 dB
Residual Noise:  2 mV
Crosstalk:  60 dB 9ref. 1 kHz)
Separation:  56 dB (ref. 1 kHz)
Phono Section
Input Sensitivity/Impedance:  2,5 ±0,5 mV/47 k Ω
Frequency Response:  100 Hz - 10 kHz (±1,5 dB, ref. 1 kHz)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:  74 dB (5 mV Input)
Crosstalk:  60 dB 9ref. 1 kHz)
Separation:  55 dB (ref. 1 kHz)
FM Section
Intermediate Frequency:  10,7 MHz
Frequency Range:  87,5 - 108 MHz
Usable Sensitivity:   25,2 dBf
50 dB Quieting Sensitivity (stereo):  52,2 dBf
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (stereo):  66 dB
Distortion (stereo):  0,5%
Frequency Response:  30 Hz - 15 kHz ±2,5 dB
Image rejection:  60 dB
If Rejection:  65 dB
Stereo Separation (stereo):  37 dB (ref. 1 kHz)
MW, AM Section
Intermediate Frequency:  450 kHz
Frequency Range:  522 - 1611 kHz
Usable Sensitivity (20 dbS/N):  73,2 dBf
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:   45 dB
Distortion:  1,5%
Image Rejection:  28 dB
Frequency Response:  100 Hz - 2 kHz (-3 ±3 dB)
LW Section
Intermediate Frequency:  450 kHz
Frequency Range:  153 - 281 kHz
Usable Sensitivity (20 dbS/N):  89,2 dBf
Distortion:  1,5%
Image Rejection:  28 dB
IF Rejection:  25 dB
General Section
Semiconductors:  20 ICs; 58 Transistors; 46 Diodes; 3 Zener Diodes; 1 FET
Power Supply:  Ac 120/220/240 V 50/60 Hz
Dimensions (W x H x D):  438 x 115 x 330 mm
Weight:  9 kg