Luxman MQ-88uC - Valve Power Amplifier
The Luxman MQ-88uC valve power amplifier has an elegant dark brown finish, realising a modern classical appearance reminiscent of Luxman's finest legacy products. This model’s improved clarity and warm, accurate audio reproduction, unique to valve products, and the quality of the components and engineering shine through.
The introduction of new technology and added customisation will prove integral to this model’s appeal as a modern day valve amplifier.
Luxman's Valve Amplifier Legacy
Since the launch of the SQ-5A valve integrated amplifier in 1961, Luxman have continued making valve amps without a break. They have produced many models that are highly valued as signature models and satisfied music lovers are enjoying them to this day, even several decades after their release.
The MQ-88uC combines LUXMAN's history of producing fine valve products and the traditional wisdom and skills gained along the way.
Reviving Designs from the Golden Era of Valve Amplifiers
The MQ-88uC power amplifier are based on the latest technology and design, but the exterior styling evokes a classic image from the heyday of valve audio products. The MQ-88uC is modeled on the MQ-60, released in 1969.
A classic front panel design should be functional, but also beautiful, achieved by careful selection of knobs and lever switches. Listeners can appreciate such traditional design features, with their nostalgic flavor, whilst enjoying these contemporary, high performance audio products.
JJ Electronic KT88 Output Valves
The KT-88 output tubes used in the MQ-88uC, made by JJ Electronic, are known for their power and rich sound quality. The triode configuration employed achieves longer valve life and a highly transparent timbre that valve amps are known for.
The paralleled first stage feeds a driver stage featuring performance proven Mullard circuitry. For the final stage, Luxman have adopted a Mullard compatible push pull configuration to achieve an output power of 25 Watts per channel at 4, 8 and 16 ohm with very low distortion.
Technical Specifications
| Rated Output | 25W + 25W (4Ω, 8Ω, 16Ω) |
|---|---|
| Input Sensitivity | 890mV/25W |
| Input Impedance | 32kΩ |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz (+0, -0.5dB) |
| 10Hz to 100kHz (+0, -3.0dB) | |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | 0.1% (1kHz/1W) |
| 0.5% (20Hz to 20kHz/1W) | |
| S/N Ratio (IHF-A) | 105dB |
| Circuit | Driver: Mullard, Output tubes: Triode connection |
| Valves | ECC83S×2, ECC82×2, KT88×4 |
| Power Supply | 230V~(50Hz)/115V~(60Hz) |
| Power Consumption | 170W, 140W (under no signal) |
| External Dimensions | 440(W) x 184(H) x 230(D) mm |
| Net Weight | 16.1 kg |
| Accessories | 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.
How do I Return a Product?
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.
Our Return address is:
Returns
Studio Incar
Unit 23, Mitchell Close
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How do I Cancel an Order?
You may cancel your order (or any part of it) for any reason before dispatch, however, if your order has already been dispatched & is with the courier a restocking fee may apply.
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
