Luxman SQ N150
A tubed integrated amplifier with EL84 output tubes and a built-in phono stage for MM and MC cartridges.
Overview
The Luxman SQ N150 is a tubed integrated amplifier. Its phono section takes both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges, so a turntable can plug straight in with no external preamp. It has three line inputs and a remote control for volume. Luxman designed it for its usual warm, musical sound.
Specifications
| Tube complement | 4 EL84 output |
| Power Output | 2x10 watts at 6 ohms |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 297 x 188 x 251mm |
| Weight | 12.4kg |
Design
The output tubes are EL84s. The phono section handles both moving magnet and moving coil cartridges. Volume is remote-controlled, and the layout is built around keeping the analog signal pure.
Reception
Reviews describe a well-proportioned stereo image in a soundstage that is wider than it is deep. Paired with speakers like the JBL 4312KM II and Tannoy Autograph Mini, the amplifier showed strong tonal balance and detail retrieval. Everyday Audiophile scored it 9.4/10 for aesthetics and build quality, 9.5/10 for tonal balance, and 9.0/10 for detail.
Market
The Luxman SQ N150 has turned up on the market in new, unused condition. Original pricing was listed at US $3,295, with equivalent values of £3,000 and €3,890 in other regions.
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