Luxman SQ-N100 (2007–2011)
A vacuum tube integrated amplifier from Luxman’s Neo Classico series, produced from 2007 to 2011, featuring a built-in MM phono stage and remote-controlled volume.
Overview
The Luxman SQ-N100 is a vacuum tube integrated amplifier made by LUXMAN CORPORATION, JAPAN. It was part of the Neo Classico series and was produced from 2007 until production ended in October 2011. Designed as a compact, full-featured amplifier, it includes a built-in MM phono stage, a buffered volume control with remote operation, and headphone output. The amplifier uses UL-connected EL84 output tubes, along with an ECC83 predriver and two ECC82 phase inverters. It provides 10 watts per channel into 8Ω in stereo and is compatible with speaker impedances from 4 to 16 ohms. The design emphasizes rich tube sound in a smaller form factor, and it was well-regarded among Luxman fans and audiophiles during its production run.
Specifications
| Product type | Vacuum Tube Integrated Amplifier |
| Power output | 10 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) |
| Speaker impedance | 4–16 Ohms |
| Inputs | 3 |
| Tubes | UL-connected EL84s, ECC83, ECC82 |
| Features | Built-in MM phono stage, remote-controlled volume, headphone output |
Design
The SQ-N100 was designed to deliver a vacuum tube–like luster and dense sound quality in a compact housing. It uses a UL-connected EL84 output stage and includes a 2H filter choke. The circuit features a properly buffered volume control with remote functionality, supporting its role as a full-function integrated amplifier.
Context
The SQ-N100 was a favorite among Luxman fans and audiophiles during its production run. It offered higher output than standard 300B single-ended triode (SET) amplifiers and outperformed 45 and 2A3 SETs in power. Despite lower dynamic range and reduced low-end impact compared to larger designs, it was praised for its rich sound, compact size, and full feature set.
Market
The Luxman SQ-N100 appears on the used market through platforms like eBay and Audiogon. Current pricing is described as reasonable and negotiable, with sellers noting flexibility in final sale terms.
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