Luxman E-07 Phono Amplifier
Best high-end phono stage for serious vinyl enthusiasts seeking sonic precision.
This is a masterclass in analog precision, using independent power transformers to extract every ounce of texture from your vinyl collection. It demands a serious commitment to setup and adjustment, but the reward is a level of clarity and sonic depth that makes most other preamps feel like a compromise.
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Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking uncompromising, reference-level analog sound quality
- Design-conscious collectors valuing premium build and timeless aesthetics
- Vinyl enthusiasts using diverse, high-end MM and MC cartridges
Who should skip it
- Buyers preferring low-maintenance, modern gear without service requirements
- Budget-minded listeners seeking high value for their investment
- Purists demanding absolute silence with ultra-low output cartridges
Performance breakdown
Cartridge Versatility
Extensive impedance and capacitance settings accommodate virtually any high-end cartridge.
Signal Integrity
Three independent transformers ensure pristine, noise-free audio reproduction.
Build Quality
Ultra-thick chassis and vibration-damping feet provide a rock-solid foundation.
Gain Precision
High-gain MC stages deliver exceptional clarity for even the quietest signals.
Operational Flexibility
Mono and low-cut switches offer essential tools for archival vinyl playback.
Connectivity Options
Balanced XLR outputs provide professional-grade signal paths for demanding audio systems.
Key Specs
Circuit configuration
Non-feedback type phono equalizer (RIAA, first stage four parallel FET, unbalanced configuration)
MC step-up transformer
Super permalloy core x 4 (L/R channel, L/H impedance independent)
Input sensitivity
MM 3.2mV, MC-H 0.37mV, MC-L 0.12mV
Rated output / output impedance
250mV / Unbalanced 300Ω, Balanced 600Ω
Load capacity
MM 0 / 100 / 200 / 320pF
Gain
MM 38dB, MC-H 57dB, MC-L 66dB
Maximum input
MM 120mV, MC-H 15mV, MC-L 5mV
RIAA response
MM 20Hz to 20kHz (±0.1dB), MC 20Hz to 20kHz(±0.3dB)
Type
All-solid-state phono equalizer amplifier
Total harmonic distortion
0.003%
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