Luxman L-509Z - Integrated Amplifier
As the premium model for the new Z-Series generation, the Luxman L-509Z has evolved beyond the concept of a traditional integrated amplifier. Both the preamplifier and power amplifier sections simultaneously uses Luxman's new generation amplification feedback engine “LIFES” for the first time. (Luxman Integrated Feedback Engine System)
The volume control is supported by Luxman's new LECUA-EX (Electronically Controlled Ultimate Attenuator - Excellent eXperience) attenuator system that suppresses sound quality deterioration and realizes a more precise feel of operation. The “single-chassis separates” concept, which aims for the ultimate in integrated amplifiers, now achieves unprecedented performance.
Pursuing the ideals of audio enthusiasm, we are combining our passion for music with improved technology. The L-509Z, a new pinacle of Luxman integrated amplifier design.
LIFES Version 1.0 - Brings Music to Life
During the development of the M-10X flagship stereo power amplifier launched in 2021, technical concepts explored there were retained and the circuit configuration, which had become very complex over years of improvements has been completely redesigned to realise “LIFES” exquisite, high-fidelity sound and defines an amplification feedback engine blueprint for our next generation of components.
The L-509Z is equipped with independent LIFES modules operating simultaneously in each of its fully discrete pre and power sections. The L-509Z is a pre-main amplifier that is worthy of the “single-chassis separates” concept that incorporates quality seperate units into a single, elegant chassis and has achieved an elevated level of musicality and unprecedented detail in comparison to other amplification circuits.
The output section utilises three stage Darlington bipolar transistors in quadruple-paralleled push-pull configuration to achieve outstanding output power and near perfect power linearity performance comparable to a standalone power amplifier, developing 120W+120W at 8 ohms and 220W+220W at 4 ohms.
The result is spectacular sound quality with an abundance of energy.
Luxman Integrated Amplifier Comparison
| L-509Z | L-507Z | L-505Z | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | £10999 | £7999 | £5499 |
| Output | 120W + 120W (8Ω) | 110w + 110w (8Ω) | 100w + 100w (8Ω) |
| 220W + 220W (4Ω) | 220w + 220w (4Ω) | 150w + 150w (4Ω) | |
| Damping Factor | 330 | 300 | 200 |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.007% or less (8Ω, 1kHz) | 0.007% or less (8Ω, 1kHz) | 0.009% or less (8Ω, 1kHz) |
| 0.03% or less (8Ω, 20Hz to 20kHz) | 0.03% or less (8Ω, 20Hz to 20kHz) | 0.09% or less (8Ω, 20Hz to 20kHz) | |
| Amplification Circuit | LIFES 1.0 | LIFES 1.0 | LIFES 1.0 |
| Output Configuration | Bipolar 4-Parallel Push-Pull | Bipolar 3-Parallel Push-Pull | Bipolar Parallel Push-Pull |
| Weight | 29.4kg | 25.4kg | 22.5kg |
| Inputs | x1 Phono (Stereo) | x1 Phono (Stereo) | x1 Phono (Stereo) |
| x4 Line In (Stereo) | x4 Line In (Stereo) | x4 Line In (Stereo) | |
| x2 Balanced (Stereo) | x2 Balanced (Stereo) | x1 Balanced (Stereo) | |
| Stereo Pre-Out | |||
| Main In | |||
| Speaker Outputs | Speakers A / B (Left & Right) | Speakers A / B (Left & Right) | Speakers A / B (Left & Right) |
| Trigger (In/Out) | |||
| Control (In/Out) |
Product Features
- Highly regulated power supply
- High-Quality Phono EQ
- 3-Band Tone Control
- Low-Impedance Transmission
- High-Quality Hairline Finish Top Panel
- Large Needle-Movement VU Level Meter and 7-Segment LED
- Headphones Outputs with Ground Isolation
- High Quality Input/Output Terminals
- Ergonomic Aluminium Remote Control
Technical Specifications
| Rated Output | 120w + 120W (8Ω), 220W + 220W (4Ω) |
|---|---|
| Input Sensitivity / Input Impedance | PHONO (MM): 2.5mV/47kΩ |
| PHONO (MC-H): 0.3mV/100Ω | |
| PHONO (MC-L): 0.1mV/40Ω | |
| LINE: 180mV/47kΩ | |
| BAL.LINE: 180mV/55kΩ | |
| MAIN-IN: 1.1V/47kΩ | |
| Output Voltage | PRE-OUT: 1V |
| Frequency Response | PHONO: 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.5dB) |
| LINE: 20Hz to 100kHz (within -3dB) | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.007% or less (8Ω, 1kHz) |
| 0.03% or less (8Ω, 20Hz to 20kHz) | |
| S/N Ratio (IHF-A) | PHONO (MM): 87dB or more |
| PHONO (MC-H): 70dB or more | |
| PHONO (MC-L): 62dB or more | |
| LINE: 106dB or more | |
| Volume Adjustment | LECUA-EX |
| Amplification Feedback Circuit | LIFES 1.0 |
| Output Configuration | Bipolar 4-parallel push-pull |
| Damping Factor | 330 |
| Max amount of Tone Control | BASS: ±8dB at 100Hz |
| TREBLE: ±8dB at 760Hz | |
| TREBLE: ±8dB at 10kHz | |
| Power Supply | 230V~(50Hz) / 115V~(60Hz) |
| Power Consumption | 390w / 150w (under no signal), 0.5W (at standby) |
| External Dimensions | 440(W) x 193(H) x 463(D) mm |
| Net Weight | 29.4 kg |
| Accessories | Remote Control (RA-17A) - Power Cable |
Further Information
What is Our Return Policy?
Subject to the below exceptions,Studio Incar LTD is happy to exchange or refund your purchase within 30 days of delivery. Your refund will be credited to the original payment card on the day of request but may take up to 14 working days.
Unwanted goods must be returned in a fully re-saleable condition and any packaging must be intact. We reserve the right to refuse an exchange or full refund if goods are not returned in a re-saleable condition or are damaged. If these conditions are met we will gladly offer a replacement, exchange or refund.
Refunds on promotional goods purchased under a promotional offer will be based on the terms of the promotional price. Our 30 days returns policy is in addition to the standard 14 day returns offered by the Consumer Contact Regulations.
If for any reason you believe your product is defective please notify us immediately on 01489 578951 or via email. If your product is faulty or covered under warranty any carriage costs incurred shipping the goods back will be refunded up to the amount of £10.
Upon receipt of your order you are advised to carefully inspect the package and goods to ensure they are intact and complete, before signing for receipt of delivery. Should you find the parcel to be damaged or incomplete you must refuse delivery of the goods.
Please report any damaged or faulty items to Studio Incar within 24 hours of receipt of the goods and provide any information requested (eg photographs) within 24 hours.
If you have ordered the incorrect part or wish to return an order we will gladly exchange the product free of charge with just the carriage to pay.
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Please follow the instructions below before returning any goods
We require all returned goods (defective, damaged, unwanted or otherwise) to be sent back to us in the original condition they were received in, with all accessories, manuals and the original packaging. Items that are being returned purely because they are no longer wanted should be returned in unopened packaging. Studio Incar retain the right to refuse a refund or charge an appropriate fee for items that are returned without original packaging and/or without accessories and manuals.
Collection Procedure
- In the event of a product failing, your first course of action should be to contact Studio Incar at info@studioincar.co.uk
- Within 6 months of purchase date: Once the fault has been established and deemed impossible to be solved on site, Studio Incar will arrange for collection of the item at cost to the customer. This will be refunded in full if the item is found to be faulty.
- Please note that if the item has a non-warrantable fault the customer will be charge for carriage both ways, parts and labour.
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Returns
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Please email us at info@studioincar.co.uk or call 01489 578951 to cancel an order.
The products we use and sell are of the highest quality and we trust them wholeheartedly, but every now and again a product has a fault that is covered under the manufacturers warranty.
In the event of such an occurance please contact us via email at info@studioincar.co.uk to proceed with the warranty process.
Below is a list of all the Manufacturers warranty timeframes with any special instructions for extended warranties:
Alpine
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Amphion
5 Years standard Manufacturers Warranty
AudioControl
- 5 Years with Installation by an Authorised Installer (Studio Incar is an Authorised Installer)
- 1 Year if you are doing your own Installation
- 2 Years if you register the product with the UK supplier
AudioLab
- 2 Years standard Manufacturers warranty
Audison
- 1 Year standard Manufacturers warranty
- 2 Years if you register the product with the UK supplier
Auralic
- 90 Days Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty - Product Registration within 30 days of Purchase
Blackvue
- 6 Months standard Manufacturers warranty
Blaupunkt
1 Year standard Manufacturers warranty
Chord Company
- Lifetime Warranty
Cyrus Audio
- 40 series - 5 Years
- XR series - 3 Years
- Classic series - 2 Years
- Turntable - 3 Years
Product Registration Here
Dynaudio
- 2 Years on Car Audio Products - No Extendable Warranty
- 2 Years standard Warranty on Home Audio Products
- up to 8 Years Extendable Warranty on Home Audio Products when you register at Dynaudio
Focal
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 2 Years Extended Warranty when registered with Focal
Hegel
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Hertz
- 1 Year standard Manufacturers warranty
- 2 Years if you register the product with the UK supplier
HiFi Rose
2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
iFi Audio
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
JL Audio
- 1 Year for Speakers and Subwoofers
- 2 Years for Amplifiers and Processors
Luxman
3 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Mission
1 Year Standard Manufacturer Warranty
3 Years Extended Warranty if Registered with Mission
Ortofon
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturers Warranty
Peachtree Audio
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty if Registered with Peachtree
Pro-Ject
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty if Registered with Pro-Ject
Q-Acoustics
- 4 Years for Passive Loudspeakers
- 1 Year for Active Loudspeakers / Subwoofers
- 5 Years for Passive Loudspeakers if Registers with Q Acoustics
- 2 Years for Active Loudspeakers / Subwoofers if Registered with Q Acoustics
SolidSteel
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturer Warranty
Sony
- 1 Year Standard Manufacturer Warranty
Wharfedale
- 2 Years Standard Manufacturers Warranty
- 3 Years Extended Warranty if registered with Wharfedale
