Luxman L 560 (1985–1988)
A stereo integrated amplifier in Luxman’s L-550 series, produced from 1985 to 1988.
Overview
The Luxman L 560 is a stereo integrated amplifier made by Luxman between 1985 and 1988. It sits in the L-550 series, after the L-550 and L-550X and before the L-570. The core circuitry is shared with the L-550X. What changed is the wood enclosure, which was redesigned, and the phono loading options, which were simplified. There is also a dedicated "straight" signal path for phono or CD. Earlier models in the series stayed in Japan, but the L 560 was distributed outside it. Stereo Sound gave it a "Best Product" distinction in 1986, even though sales were reportedly modest.
Specifications
| Power output | 50 watts per channel into 8Ω (pure Class A, both channels driven, 20 Hz – 20 kHz) |
| THD | 0.005% (8Ω, 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -3 dB) |
| IMD | 0.005% (8Ω, -3 dB) |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz – 100 kHz (-1 dB, lines and main-in); 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.2 dB, phono MM/MC) |
| S/N ratio | >86 dB (MM, 5 mV input, IHF-A); >80 dB (MC); >110 dB (lines and main section, IHF-A) |
| Inputs | 2 mV / 50 kΩ (MM); 90 µV / 40 or 100 Ω (MC); 150 mV / 40 kΩ (lines); 150 mV / 47 kΩ (main in) |
| Outputs | 150 mV (pre out) |
| Bass control | ±9 dB with turnover frequencies at 55, 77, 110, 155, 220, 310, 440, 620, 880 Hz |
| Treble control | ±9 dB with turnover frequencies at 620 Hz, 880 Hz, 1.2k, 1.7k, 2.5k, 3.5k, 5k, 7k, 10 kHz |
| Filters | Subsonic filter (below 15 Hz); High-cut filter (above 9 kHz) |
| Power consumption | 310 W |
| Dimensions | 453 x 174 x 470 mm (WxHxD) |
| Weight | 20 kg |
| Original list price | 310,000 ¥ (Japan) |
Design
The Luxman L 560 has the DUOβ circuit/S, the STAR earthing system, a large Bando toroidal transformer, a partly copper-plated chassis, and dual heat-pipe cooling. It takes both MM and MC phono inputs through a PHONO/CD straight circuit system. The core circuitry is the same as the L-550X, with a simplified phono loading selector and a redesigned wood enclosure.
Context
The L 560 was positioned as the successor to the L-550X. It was marketed as a cosmetic evolution with improved specifications. Luxman used it to extend the success of the L-550 series during its final years of independence under Alpine. It was less commercially successful, but it earned a "Best Product" award from Stereo Sound in 1986. It was also exported internationally, which some earlier models in the series were not.
Market
The Luxman L 560 is described as a collector’s item. At least one fully revitalized unit has been listed for 3,398 euros. Forum discussions show ongoing interest in repair and restoration, including requests for schematics.
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