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Mark Levinson 27.5 versus modern day amps

I had started a thread on the 334 but looks like the caps if not replaced is a crap shoot. However, how does the 27.5 compare to some modern day or newish amps? Do you think it would be worth it to purchase a 27.5 as they seem to be going for $1800 to $2700.  Upwards of $2200 is ridiculous in my opinion as they used to sell for $1700-$2000 a few years ago. Also what preamps mate well with ML amps? 
samzx12
samzx12 OP
1,232 posts
 
Someone here I would think has an opinion on the 27.5 I would hope.  I know its one of their best amps ever but worth it overall? They didn't have the cap issues like the 300 series. 
tecknik
487 posts
 
Pyramid Audio in Austin Texas serveres ML, you might try and contact them and ask, 512-458-8292
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samzx12 OP
1,232 posts
 
Thanks tecknik I will check into it. 
ernio1
15 posts
 
Mark Levinson 27.5 is by far the best amp I have ever owned.
I have owned (not just tried)......

 - BAT VK-55 all tube
- Levinson 331
- Audio Research VT-100 II
- Pass Labs X250 (worst)
- Bel Canto EVO 4 gen II
- Gamut D200
- Many others

The 27.5, although an older design (Circa 1992), beats them all by a large margin.  It allows the listener to view into the performance better than any other with no grain or hardness to the sound.  All other amps seem to contribute some type of coloration to the sound of the music.  The 27.5 seems to remove all barriers that may restrict the pleasure of listening.

This one is a keeper and I will have it until I die.


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