The Luxman R-1120 (not to be confused with the less sought after R-1120A) is the kind of vintage receiver that turns heads—and then floors you when the music starts. Built in the late 1970s, it was Luxman’s statement piece: a massive, beautifully crafted powerhouse delivering 120 watts per channel of pure, silky Class AB muscle. Everything about it oozes refinement—the warm rosewood cabinet, the brushed aluminum faceplate, those buttery-smooth knobs, and meters that dance with grace. Sonically, it’s everything you’d expect from classic Luxman: rich, open, and endlessly musical, with a natural warmth that makes vinyl and FM alike sound gloriously alive. The R-1120 isn’t just vintage—it’s aspirational vintage, the kind of receiver that defined what high-end hi-fi could be when craftsmanship and sound quality shared equal billing.
- Production
- 1978-79
- Condition
- 9.5/10
- Serial No.
- D8203913
- Restoration
- AM/FM tests perfectly
- Level indicator lights are good
- Aux in, Phono 1 and Phono 2 all good
- Verified and cleaned volume, balance, tone controls and switches
- Spec is 120W @ 0.03%; amp exceeds spec, 180W @ 0.03%
- Factory Specs
Tuning range: FM, MW
Power output: 120 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) / Although this one is putting out 180wpc!
Frequency response: 15Hz to 70kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.03%
Input sensitivity: 2.6mV (MM), 160mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio: 72dB (MM), 88dB (line)
Dimensions: 490 x 415 x 180mm
Weight: 38lbs
- The History of Luxman
- LUXMAN started its business in 1925, the year when radio broadcasting started in Japan. The company called Kinsuido, a picture frame company in Osaka, made a radio department, which later became LUX. Kinsuido was the first company to display and sell radio receiving equipment at the stores. A lot of people stopped to ...
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- Liner Notes
The R-1120 is the long awaited advent of super powered tuner amplifier from Luxman.
It has a giant power output of 120W per channel and truly useful and equally eye catching LED peak indicators allowing easy reading of instantaneous output power level. Other features include 3 pairs of speaker terminals, one of which is specially designed for exclusive use with such low impedance loudspeakers as electrostatic types which have been gaining remarkable popularity among discerning audiophiles.
- Packing
- Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra.
- Shipping
- This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $150, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
- Stock No.
- 9141023736029
The Luxman R-1120 (not to be confused with the less sought after R-1120A) is the kind of vintage receiver that turns heads—and then floors you when the music starts. Built in the late 1970s, it was Luxman’s statement piece: a massive, beautifully crafted powerhouse delivering 120 watts per channel of pure, silky Class AB muscle. Everything about it oozes refinement—the warm rosewood cabinet, the brushed aluminum faceplate, those buttery-smooth knobs, and meters that dance with grace. Sonically, it’s everything you’d expect from classic Luxman: rich, open, and endlessly musical, with a natural warmth that makes vinyl and FM alike sound gloriously alive. The R-1120 isn’t just vintage—it’s aspirational vintage, the kind of receiver that defined what high-end hi-fi could be when craftsmanship and sound quality shared equal billing.
Production
1978-79
Condition
9.5/10
Serial No.
D8203913
Restoration
- AM/FM tests perfectly
- Level indicator lights are good
- Aux in, Phono 1 and Phono 2 all good
- Verified and cleaned volume, balance, tone controls and switches
- Spec is 120W @ 0.03%; amp exceeds spec, 180W @ 0.03%
Factory Specs
Tuning range: FM, MW
Power output: 120 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo) / Although this one is putting out 180wpc!
Frequency response: 15Hz to 70kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.03%
Input sensitivity: 2.6mV (MM), 160mV (line)
Signal to noise ratio: 72dB (MM), 88dB (line)
Dimensions: 490 x 415 x 180mm
Weight: 38lbs
The History of Luxman
LUXMAN started its business in 1925, the year when radio broadcasting started in Japan. The company called Kinsuido, a picture frame company in Osaka, made a radio department, which later became LUX. Kinsuido was the first company to display and sell radio receiving equipment at the stores. A lot of people stopped to ...
[ Read More ]
Liner Notes
The R-1120 is the long awaited advent of super powered tuner amplifier from Luxman.
It has a giant power output of 120W per channel and truly useful and equally eye catching LED peak indicators allowing easy reading of instantaneous output power level. Other features include 3 pairs of speaker terminals, one of which is specially designed for exclusive use with such low impedance loudspeakers as electrostatic types which have been gaining remarkable popularity among discerning audiophiles.
Packing
Prepare to be impressed. We have arguably the best packing process around. We use our InstaPak machine and white open cell foam to build a custom enclosure for your piece that ensures that it's stable and secure. If it is particularly fragile or heavy, we typically opt for private courier delivery. Depending on where you are in the country, that may cost a bit extra.
Shipping
This piece ships to the contiguous United States for a flat rate of $150, which includes our packaging and our insurance. Of course, we'll ship anywhere in the world, just drop us a line and we'll give you an estimate – even if you're just curious.
Stock No.
9141023736029
