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^ Curious to hear your thoughts as well. I have a Line Magnetic 805ia tube amp which I am really enjoying. I had auditioned this amp along with the Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP at home and for me, the Line Magnetic was my clear choice. Now, with me and my wife thinking about a little kiddo, I am thinking that a good solid state integrated would be nice.
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I had the opportunity to try the 509X at home with my system and I was impressed. Loads of power and lots more to spare with my Spendor D9's. Very fluid and smooth. I felt the music reproduction was very dynamic and I could see why people love this amp. Coming from a strong tube amp like the 805ia though, I did miss some of that magic that the Line Magnetic provided. I preferred the 590AXII to the 509X without question.
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You were right Greg, the 590 has that extra touch of warmth and sweetness that tube lovers subconsciously look for. It really is a great amp.
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Well, I have the pleasure of listening to the 590 and the PrimaLuna HP in the same system, it's as simple as switching the speaker wires from one to the other. There is nothing that the PrimaLuna, even in the triode mode can really do better than the 590. Yeah, the 590 really is that good. Velvety, smooth sound of tubes with the grip of Class A solid state. On the other hand, the 590 does not really trump the PL HP either, they are more similar than different, which says a lot about a solid state integrated.
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That is interesting, I could see that. My memory isn't great but I had the Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP for about 4 weeks. Ultimately returned it and kept the Line Magnetic. The PL is a great amp though. Oddly enough, like you, if I get the 590AXII, I will likely keep my tube integrated so that I can switch back when I feel like it. Best of both worlds |
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