Power amplifiers stereo — Luxman M-10X

The M-10X is an accomplished stereo power amplifier from Luxman, built with an extraordinary damping factor and exceptionally wide bandwidth. The M-10X brings Luxman's meticulous engineering to dedicated stereo power amplification.

Key specs that matter

Input sensitivity is 1,240mV, with input impedance at 28,000 ohms balanced or 51,000 ohms single-ended. Output power is 150W into 8 ohms, rising to 300W into 4 ohms. Gain is 29dBu. Frequency response spans an exceptionally wide 1Hz to 130,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio is an exceptional 117dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at 0.04% at 100% global feedback. Maximum power consumption is 540W, with damping factor at an extraordinary 600. At 440 x 224 x 488mm and 48.4kg, the M-10X represents a substantial power amplifier commitment reflecting Luxman's meticulous engineering standards.

Sound and use context

Expect exceptionally clean, tightly controlled amplification reflecting the extraordinary 600 damping factor combined with the exceptional 117dB signal-to-noise figure, consistent with Luxman's broader uncompromising engineering philosophy.

Pairing

The extraordinary 600 damping factor suits demanding loudspeaker loads with excellent bass control, and the substantial 300W-into-4-ohms output handles demanding loads with confidence.

Alternatives

Luxman's own M-900u offers a considerably more extreme alternative within the same broader power amplifier catalogue.