Mark Levinson 39

Sorry Lev, but I'm with Chas. I'm pretty much a newbie when it comes to audio, and I have come to rely on much of the information shared on this site. There are many experienced, intelligent, and giving individuals here. Sure, many are biased to a certain brand, for whatever reason. Yet it seems most approach other's opinions and comments with an open mind. However, in your case, you are so single-minded that I need not even read any of your replies, they all say the same thing, ML is great, anything else sucks! That type of attitude detracts from the actual purpose of these forums. If I've been too harsh I apologize. I believe your experience and love of this hobby makes you a very important addition here, but without flexibility and an open mind your opinions regarding anything but comparing Levinson products head to head is useless. I'm sorry I don't feel qualified to comment on your technical questions. Continued good listening.

Thanks again for your help. I dont have a dealer in my area where I can take the 39 home. So thats why I have all the questions. and I figured I would receive the best synergy staying with all Levinson. So again thanks for the help. Its hard when you hear it in the store and not your own home.

Lev335, my understanding from Madrigal's website is that the No. 39 embodies a No. 380 preamplifier in it as its volume control. As such, it would seem unnecessary, and probably redundant, to use it with the No. 38 preamp, which is an earlier model as well. If you are going CD only and don't need the preamp for other sources, I would think you would be happier running the No. 39 without the preamp.

Samuel:

May I direct your attention to the thread "Upgrade Advice" dated 3/12; and the thread "My Mark Levinson System Help" dated 4/9. It's said the man who forgets history is doomed to repeat it, it appears the man who doesn't know history is doomed to make a fool of himself. Well done!

As to your psychological diagnoses and proclivity to prescribe medications (regardless of how inappropriate they may be for the malady you misdiagnosed), you would be well served to get the requisite education before playing Doctor on the net. But thanks for your concern.

Lev - have you considered mail order for the 39? I gotta believe there's a dealer somewhere out there that would give you a decent return policy, particularly on this level of gear. (But really, you know what you want, stop agonizing and go for it!)

chas

DO PEOPLE UNDERSTAND WHY I PUT THIS POST UP? ITS FOR ADVICE NOT SARCASISM. $6,000 IS ALOT TO INVEST. SO IT IS WISE TO DO YOUR RESEARCH. THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAD GOOD ADVICE AND F--- ALL THE SMART ASS PEOPLE THERE IS A COMIC SECTION FOR THEM....