Mcintosh MA6600 vs Luxman 507u

you really cant compare the 507u with the mcintosh integrates.
The Lux are much more refine & musical compare to the Mcintosh. I'v heard both on numerous systems & occasions & I'lltake the Lux any day.

Concerning the "4 o'clock" position on the volume knob, I think that we are talking that the knob is lower than 9 o'clock (8,7 or 6 o'clock, if your amplifier's knob goes there).

I can tell you that the Luxman gain/knob were enjoyable to use. They go smoothly and the sound is superb even at low volume. I must say that the speakers are there for something. I have a pair of Harbeth SHL5 which excels even at low volume.

Plus, there is the "bass phenomenon". You lost bass when the volume is lower. Luxman and Macintosh will both be great for this since they have their tone control. In my opinion, they are a plus on every amplifier. You can also use them for room correction.

Even L-505u outperforms McIntosh MA6600 in coherence and midrange resolution. So, I do believe a L-507u "smokes" a McIntosh MA6600.

I love that: "smoked." Is that supposed to be meaningful? It just sounds cheesy to me. So much so in fact that it puts into question the comments altogether.

We've heard the MA6600 twice now and we think it is fantastic. It was most impressive, making beautiful music in a huge, spacious soundstage both times. We couldn't stop listening.

We prefer to listen to music rather than detail, but everyone is different.

Haven't heard the Luxmans yet but will soon. I would love to A/B one of them with the 6600 but alas, finding a dealer that carries both and has both in stock is just about impossible.

Arthur

Having the MA6600 I must say I really love it. Both the Luxman and Accuphase were on my short list. But could not find a dealer to audition them. After a certain level in my experience I have yet to come across anything that "smoked" anything near the level of McIntosh. More a question of shades and flavors. So that Luxman must really really be special. Please post your results should you get a chance to compare both.