← 100VOLTS / COLLECTION1960s · 1970s · 1980s
Luxman / SQ-202 / 1970s

Luxman SQ-202 Integrated Amplifier

Early high-power integrated amplifier wih a very unique aesthetic. Warm and punchy sound. The Luxman SQ-202 is a vintage, high-end solid-state pre-main integrated amplifier manufactured by the Luxman Corporation in Japan between 1970 and 1973. Originally priced at ¥141,000 (approximately 2,664 DM), it is highly regarded by audio enthusiasts for its robust, modular build quality, distinct mid-century aesthetics, and precise tone-shaping capabilities.

Restoration notes

Fully disassembled and cleaned. Inputs cleaned. All capacitors on all boards replaced, including filter capacitors. (I only use Nichicon, Panasonic, Kemet and WIMA capacitors) New diodes in power supply and amplifier circuits. Pre-driver and differential transistors replaced. Final output transistors pulled and cleaned along with new thermal grease and pads applied. All controls disassembled and cleaned/conditioned. New lamps throughout.