Refined and insightful sound, Fluid dynamics and surefooted sense of rhythm, Feature-packed and made with care,
Demands a top-class system,
The EQ-500 doesn't shirk its duties, delivering crescendos with poise while digging up instrumental textures and vocal nuances with ease.This phono stage uncovers class-leading levels of detail, but always presents them in an unforced and natural manner.T...
My analog grail has long been a component that allows me to easily switch among a relatively inexpensive cartridge (Dynavector 10X5) for my worn but well-loved LPs from high school and college, a great mono cartridge (Miyajima Zero), and my three higher-e...
Abstract: A rush of lavender to the headRecently, I was lying on my back in savasana (corpse pose), at the end of the 75-minute sweat fest also known as my Sunday hot-yoga class. As the teacher first placed a cool stone on my forehead, and then, on my face, an ice-...
Published: 2016-04-27, Author: Art , review by: stereophile.com
In my first attempt at writing this review, I remarked on the Luxman EQ-500's wealth of controls and input/output options by observing: "If you don't think that's enough, there's something wrong with you." I changed my mind when it occurred to me that, fo...
Published: 2017-12-04, Author: What , review by: stereo.net.au
Phono stages aren't the most glamorous item in a hi-fi chain. But if you want to hear your cherished record player at its best, a good one is essential. We've heard few better than Luxman's EQ-500, regardless of price
