Luxman LX-380 - Valve Integrated Amplifier

The Luxman LX-380 valve integrated amplifier represents a new era in golden ‘38’ series valve integrated amplifiers from Luxman. Providing an exceptionally deep resonance of sound sources of various ages and genres, the LX-380 combines LECUA (Luxman Electric Computerised Ultimate Attenuator) - which carefully reproduces the dynamism of each performance, with a power amplifier circuit that expresses the rich musicality of the 6L6GC output tube.

Housed in a wooden case that is reminiscent of the 28 series, the LX-380 appeals to a new generation with a winning combination of cutting edge technology and traditional know-how. *LECUA is an abbreviation of Luxman Electric Controlled Ultimate Attenuator.

6L6G Output Valve Configuration

The Luxman LX-380 is equipped with the 6L6GC beam power tube that has a reputation for high quality, stability and a delicate, soft tonal quality. The rated output of 20W+20W that is sufficient for a domestic sound system is achieved through the combination of a powerful, flexible Mullard type driver stage with a push pull structure final stage.

This adopts a fixed bias type to maintain a constant grid voltage. The auditory drive force that is created by a valve amplifier is not easily quantified. This and a dense, mellow tonal quality have been achieved comfortably in the design of the LX-380 not with a high-power specification but by building in a margin in the vacuum tube and peripherals.

The combination of experience and original design knowledge results in longevity of enjoyment of this product with long term peace of mind.

Classical Knob Layout and Wooden Case

The elegant exterior in a natural veneer finish in a full sized (440mm) square wooden case is reminiscent of the original classic layout that consists of a combination of knob and lever switches made of machined aluminium and resin.

The First Ever Valve Amplifier to Feature LECUA

The Luxman LX-380 is the first valve amplifier to feature LECUA, the proprietary computerised control attenuator from Luxman that enables the sound to be adjusted smoothly with minimal deterioration using an 88-step method.

The LX-380 uses the same high sound quality semiconductor circuit that has been successfully proven in integrated amplifiers such as the L-590AX.

Fully Fledged Phono Amplifier Circuit

Due to their profound sound quality, analog records are now becoming popular again and the LX-380 is therefore equipped with a high sound quality semiconductor structured phono amplifier circuit that is compatible with MM/MC types.

This circuit derives from the concept of the Luxman integrated amplifier and allows users to enjoy genuine analog record playback without adding an extra dedicated phono amplifier. A subsonic switch is provided on the front panel to suppress any woofer fluctuation that is caused by low frequency signals from warped records as well as a monaural switch to activate L channel or R channel with the same signal at monaural record playback.

Such detailed design and functionality enable the full enjoyment of analog playback.

Technical Specifications

Further Information

Luxman LX-380 - User Manual