Luxman C-900u

Pre Amplifiers
$19,900
Luxman C-900u

Product Summary

Flagship fully balanced solid-state preamplifier featuring Luxman's advanced ODNF v4.0 circuitry, LECUA 1000 attenuator, and exceptional build quality for reference-level audio performance.
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The Luxman C-900u is a reference-class solid-state preamplifier designed to deliver the highest standards of tonal purity and musicality. It features a fully balanced architecture with four independent amplification modules, utilizing Luxman's advanced Only Distortion Negative Feedback (ODNF) v4.0 circuitry to minimize distortion, especially at high frequencies. The C-900u incorporates the LECUA 1000 electronically controlled attenuator, offering 88 precise steps of volume adjustment with no loss of sound quality. Its robust power supply, derived from Luxman's flagship monaural amplifiers, ensures stable operation and dynamic headroom. The chassis is meticulously crafted from thick aluminum slabs, providing both aesthetic elegance and vibration resistance. User-friendly features include a large fluorescent display, remote control with zoom function, bi-amplifier output mode, and external preamp input for AV integration. The C-900u is celebrated for its transparency, low noise floor, and ability to reveal the finest musical details, making it a top choice for audiophiles seeking uncompromising performance.
- Input Sensitivity/Impedance: Unbalanced 255mV/43kΩ, Balanced 255mV/86kΩ - Output Level/Impedance: Unbalanced 1V/90Ω (max 11V), Balanced 1V/180Ω (max 22V) - Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 123dB (unbalanced), 126dB (balanced) - Volume Control: LECUA 1000, 88 steps - Circuitry: Fully balanced, ODNF v4.0 negative feedback - Power Supply: CI type transformer, 4x 3,300μF capacitors - Dimensions: 17.2" W x 5.1" H x 16.8" D (440 x 130 x 427 mm) - Weight: 43 lbs (19.7 kg) - Display: Fluorescent, with remote zoom - Outputs: Balanced (XLR), Unbalanced (RCA), Bi-amp mode - Inputs: Balanced (XLR), Unbalanced (RCA), External preamp input - Warranty: 5 years parts and labor

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