Luxman G-11 (late 1970s)

The Luxman G-11 is something of an identity puzzle. In Japan it was sold simply as the G-11, but in other markets the same unit appeared as the R-11 and also as the R-1120 — a fact confirmed by period sources and by dealers who have listed the unit under multiple names. The G-11 is a tuner amplifier, a late-1970s receiver in Luxman's lineup, and one contemporary Japanese owner described it as belonging to the same generation as the R-1000.

Documentation on the G-11 proper is thin, and what survives is complicated by the naming overlap with the R-11/R-1120. The most complete spec sheet available comes from a UK dealer listing that treated "R1120 / G11" as a single item. That listing claims 100W per channel into 8 ohms, a frequency range of 10Hz to 100kHz, and dimensions of W430 x H98 x D443mm. Weight is given as 14 kilograms including packaging. Inputs are phono, two line, tuner, and tape; outputs cover two pairs of speakers and tape. The same dealer notes a power consumption figure of "300V" — almost certainly a typo for 300VA or 300W, but recorded here as stated.

What little reception commentary exists is positive. A Japanese Vintage Audio forum member who acquired a G-11 in the late 1970s reported being very impressed with the tuner's stereo separation and sensitivity, and praised the phono stage for good musicality. Period advertising in Audio (October 1988, p.96) featured the Luxman name prominently, underscoring the brand's reputation for sonic excellence. No production years, original pricing, or detailed specifications such as THD, S/N ratio, or damping factor have been documented. The unit pictured in the UK listing was described as in very good condition and recently serviced, which at least hints that these receivers are old enough to need attention — but no specific failure modes are on record.

Known specs (as documented, from the R1120/G11 dealer listing):