In the world of high-fidelity audio, few names carry the heritage, craftsmanship, and reverence of Luxman. This year, the iconic Japanese manufacturer celebrates a monumental milestone—100 years of audio innovation and excellence. To honor this centenary, Luxman has unveiled a visually stunning and highly exclusive commemorative release: the Centennial Black Edition.
This special edition system comprises four of Luxman’s most acclaimed components, each rendered in an elegant, limited-run black finish—a dramatic departure from the company’s traditional silver aesthetic that has defined its product line for decades. The black treatment not only lends the system a sleek, modern edge, but also symbolizes the brand’s willingness to evolve while paying homage to its rich legacy.
A Quartet of Excellence
The Centennial Black Edition includes:
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L-509Z Integrated Amplifier – Luxman’s flagship integrated amplifier, known for its refined musicality, robust build quality, and the company’s latest advances in amplifier topology. The L-509Z blends the sonic purity of a separate pre/power configuration into a single chassis.
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D-07X SACD/CD Player – This premium digital source supports SACD and Red Book CD playback along with high-resolution PCM and DSD decoding via USB. It’s engineered for exceptional fidelity and precision with a timeless design ethos.
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NT-07 Network Transport – A state-of-the-art digital streaming transport, the NT-07 allows seamless playback of high-resolution music from local storage, streaming services, and network servers. It’s a modern hub for digital audiophiles who refuse to compromise.
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PD-151 MkII Turntable – A robust and elegant belt-driven turntable offering precise speed control, solid construction, and analog warmth that harks back to the golden age of vinyl, refined through contemporary engineering.
Each of these components has been finished in a deep, lustrous black that is not available as a standalone option. The Centennial Black Edition is offered exclusively as a set, reinforcing its status as a collector’s piece and a unified design statement.
A Collector’s Dream
In keeping with the theme of exclusivity and reverence for tradition, Luxman is producing only 100 sets of the Centennial Black Edition worldwide. Each set is expected to include bespoke packaging and may carry unique identifiers or certificates commemorating the centenary release, though specific details remain under wraps.
This release marks not only a celebration of Luxman’s past but a reaffirmation of its future—a company that continues to embrace both analog purity and digital sophistication with equal passion.
Pricing and Availability
As of now, pricing and delivery timelines have yet to be disclosed by Luxman. However, given the brand’s reputation and the extremely limited production run, demand is likely to far exceed supply. Collectors, audiophiles, and brand loyalists are advised to contact authorized Luxman dealers promptly for registration and updates.
