Levinson 5805

From what I am told, just the 5805 version. 5802 is not having the same issues, nor are the 585 / 585.5 series.
Looks like more beta testing should have been done. I am sure they will make it right for everyone in the end its just a PITA that we should not have to deal with.
Its very hard to beat for the money.. once they get it right though. Just a fun amp to listen to.

They offered me a deal on a 585.5 I could not resist.

So I have had the 585.5 for about a week now. I can say it is very neutral, and has plenty of power. I feel it offers a more solid sound stage. The Phono section is downright killer.

Hello no_money,

     It's been my experience that ML gear in general is very good at portraying a very good three dimensional sound stage that is solid and stable while also being very realistic/palpable and natural.  I believe having plenty of high quality amp power is also critical for a system to accurately reproduce the impact and dynamics of live music, especially in the bass regions, and therefore to faithfully portray a realistic/palpable, 3D and natural sound stage in our rooms.
    It seems like the ML 585.5 is more than capable of doing this in your system and room.  Congrats and enjoy!

Tim

Hi everyone. I would recommend against buying the 5808. I have had TWO of them turn into bricks during the pandemic. For five of the past 12 months I have been without my main system. I got my third replacement the other day and traded it for other gear. It does sound really amazing but, the unit reminded me of Italian and British sports cars of the 70's. Awesome unless in the shop. Buyer beware on this one. There are real issues and it might have just come to market too soon. 

My Levinson system (no’s 25, 360S, 380S, 333 and Proceed PDT3), 25 years old still going strong driving demanding AudioStatic DCM-5’s My 360S and 380S died because of an electrical problem. Even though it probably was my fault, Harman fixed it under warranty. No 333 just had its 2nd service including recap...not cheap ($1,300) but good...effortless and musical even at whisper volume.