Luxman T-14 (1980–1981)

Name: Luxman T-14
Brand: Luxman

A digital-synthesized FM/AM tuner from Luxman's early 1980s lineup, built for precision and clarity as the industry moved from analog to digital tuning.

Overview

The Luxman T-14 has no glowing meters and no sweeping dial. It marks the move toward digital synthesis for more stable, accurate tuning. Produced between **1980 and 1981**, the T-14 is a **Digital Synthesizer FM Stereo Tuner**. It pairs solid RF performance with digital frequency control, and it was Luxman's step into the next generation of broadcast reception.

There are no needle meters or mechanical tuning dials here. The T-14 puts its effort into sensitivity, selectivity, and signal purity. It covers the full **FM band from 87.5 to 108 MHz** and **MW (AM) from 522 to 1611 kHz**, which suits both local and regional broadcasting of the era. The design aims for clean signal extraction and low distortion, and the specs held up well against contemporaries.

Little is documented about its place in Luxman's broader product family or how it was received at launch. The T-14 clearly targets the serious listener who values technical accuracy over flash. It's a component for a high-fidelity system, not a standalone showpiece.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Luxman
Model	T-14
Year of Release	1980–1981
Type	Digital Synthesizer FM Stereo Tuner
Frequency Range	87.5 to 108 MHz (FM), 522 to 1611 kHz (MW)
Sensitivity	1.8 µV (FM mono), 50 µV (FM stereo), 30 µV (MW)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	80 dB (FM mono), 75 dB (FM stereo), 50 dB (MW)
THD	0.15% (FM mono), 0.3% (FM stereo), 0.8% (MW)
Capture Ratio	1.2 dB (FM)
Alternate Channel Selectivity	80 dB (FM)
Stereo Separation	40 dB (1 kHz)
Frequency Response	30 to 15000 Hz (FM), 80 to 3500 Hz (MW)
Output Voltage	650 mV (FM 100% mod.), 150 mV (MW 30% mod.)
Muting Threshold	5 µV (adjustable)
Dimensions (W×H×D)	440 × 111 × 312 mm
Weight	5.5 kg

Collectibility & Value

The Luxman T-14 is a niche item in the vintage audio market. It is neither widely collected nor commonly discussed, but it turns up periodically on European secondhand platforms. As of early 2026, units have been listed at **€140 on Kleinanzeigen (Germany)**, **CZK 2,900 on Bazos Czechia**, and **PLN 320 on Sprzedajemy (Poland)**. That points to modest but consistent availability in Central Europe.

Notably, a **repair service manual for the T-14 is available for sale on eBay**, suggesting that at least some owners are maintaining or restoring units rather than treating them as display pieces. This implies a baseline level of technical support, though no data exists on common failure points or long-term reliability.

No original pricing is confirmed and no production figures are known, so whether the T-14 is rare or common remains unclear. Its production window was short (1980-1981), and it uses a digital-synthesizer design. That makes it a quiet candidate for a period-correct 1980s Luxman system.