Luxman MQ-88- Excellent Condition

For your Consideration:
Rarely seen for sale, One of the BEST tube amplifiers ever made, the Luxman MQ-88.
MSRP $9000

I am the original owner & bought from a qualified dealer. Kept in a smoke/pet/child free home. Used sparingly in a second (pure vinyl system). I cant find a mark on it, excellent condition. Brand New Gold Lion KT-88 tubes. (less than 10 hours on them). This is a unique amp that has a 2 inputs one fixed to use w/ preamp the other variable for volume control so pre-amp is optional.

This was the last of the REAL DEAL, all parts and manufacturing in Japan. so much better than the less expensive lower quality replacement Luxman MQ-88u.

Quote from USA Distributer:
When Luxman released MQ-88u to replace their MQ-88, On A Higher Note/NA Importer declined to import the new unit. Instead they stocked up on their MQ-88 and have been supplying Luxman purists this original unit for the following reasons:
1. MQ-88 has twice the output of MQ-88u (MQ-88 is 40-50 watts vs MQ-88u is 20-25 watts),
2. MQ-88 was made in Japan and used local parts but MQ-88u involved more foreign parts sourcing,
3. MQ-88’s release was a return to Luxman’s roots, as one of the oldest tube amplifier manufacturers in the world. Superior build quality compared to their MQ-88u.

Stellar reviews on line:
positive-feedback
stereonomono

Specifications:
Rated Output:
40 W + 40 W (8Ω),
50 W + 50 W (6Ω),
40 W + 40 W (4Ω)
Input Sensibility/Input Impedance: 420mV / 100kΩ
Overall Higher Harmonic Distortion Rate: 1,5% (1 kHz rated)
Frequency Characteristic: 5 Hz - 90 kHz (+0, -3 dB)
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: less than 101 dB (1kHz 1HF-A)
Input: 2 Coaxial systems (one is direct input system)
Output: Speaker Terminal 1 System
Accessory Device: Power switch, power indicator, input level adjusting volume, bias current adjusting volume X 4, bias monitoring meter, line phase sensor, signal ground contact, AC inlet
Vacuum Tube Used:
Output tube: KT88 X 4,
The First Stage: ECC83S X 2,
Drive Stage: 12 BH7A X 2
Circuit Format: Murado type
Sound Quality Parts:
Gold plating 4N non-copper oxide copper single wire,
Tubular type condenser immersed in vitamin Q oil,
Gold-plating tight socket,
Shock-proof construction used in 15mm thick aluminum top panel
Power Consumption: 190 W (Based on the Safety Law on Electrical Appliances)
Dimension (W x H x D): 400 x 186 x 397 mm
Weight: 25.1 Kg

Why am I selling such a Fantastic Amp?
I thought this was my end game amp and for many it really should be.
Long story short, I had my speakers upgraded w/ new drivers that caused the sensitivity to be reduced to 81db, so now I am going back to solid state. I am certain that I will miss this amp and that you will love it's magical/accurate sound.
Mid-range/vocals are to live for !

I have all original packing and owners manual and I am willing to drive within 100 miles of Philadelphia PA for exchange.
Payment forms accepted: Paypal , Venmo , cash or Zelle ONLY .

Please bid, your ears will thank you.

Much Peace
Ken (check out my positive feedback) 

Jun 02, 23 12:40pm
From another owner:
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some smart and lucky person will be blessed by this amp. As an Air Tight owner (monoblocks and preamp) , I love the genius of the late Atsushi Miura, who designed these amps and left Luxman when they stopped making tube electronics and started Air Tight. His heart was in valves and this amp is wonderful.
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