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Mark Levinson - No523 Dual-Monaural Preamplifier for Analog Sources - Black

Model: No523
SKU: 6441050

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  • Key Specs
    • Number of Audio Zones: 1 (Audio zones, typically designated by rooms in a home, are areas in which all speakers are dependent on the same sound source. Whether a zone encompasses one or multiple rooms, the receiver or preamp/processor is used to control all aspects of its audio and is able to select which zones receive sound.)
    • Number of Channels: 2 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
    • Surround Sound Supported: Not Applicable, Not Applicable, Not Applicable, Not Applicable, Not Applicable (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
    • Audio Only Inputs: 1 x Phono, 5 x Analog audio, 1 x USB-A, 1 x USB-C
    • Network Connector(s): 1 x LAN, 1 x RS-232
  • General
    • Brand: Mark Levinson
    • Model Number: No523
    • Product Name: No523 Dual-Monaural Preamplifier for Analog Sources
    • Color: Black
  • Audio
    • Number of Audio Zones: 1 (Audio zones, typically designated by rooms in a home, are areas in which all speakers are dependent on the same sound source. Whether a zone encompasses one or multiple rooms, the receiver or preamp/processor is used to control all aspects of its audio and is able to select which zones receive sound.)
    • Number of Channels: 2 (The number of discrete channels of sound output. This can be a single number or multiple numbers separated by decimal(s). The first number is the primary, horizontally directed audio channels. The number after the first decimal, if applicable, is the number of subwoofer outputs or channels. The number after the second decimal, if applicable, is the number of height or atmospheric channels designed to immerse the listener by producing overhead sound effects.)
    • Surround Sound Supported: Not Applicable, Not Applicable, Not Applicable, Not Applicable, Not Applicable (Surround sound systems use multiple audio channels and speakers to create an immersive sound experience for the listener. There are also various proprietary technologies that imitate this kind of sound via a device's built-in speakers or soundbar.)
    • High/Low Pass Filters: Variable high pass
    • Preamp/Processor Design: Solid state (Tube design processors use vacuum tubes to process sound, a method typically more expensive than the transistors used in solid-state processors. Depending on the desired sound, one may prefer the warm tonal quality and character that tubes provide or the crisp, clean sound of solid-state circuitry.)
  • Inputs
    • Audio Only Inputs: 1 x Phono, 5 x Analog audio, 1 x USB-A, 1 x USB-C
    • Network Connector(s): 1 x LAN, 1 x RS-232
    • Number of HDMI Inputs (Total): 0
    • Number of USB Inputs: 0
  • Outputs
    • Number of HDMI Outputs (Total): 0
    • Headphone Jack: true (The device features an interface that allows for the connection of headphones.)
  • Features
    • App Compatible: false (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
    • Remote Control Included: true
    • Effect Type(s): None
  • Connectivity
    • IP Control: true (Allows electronic devices to be controlled over a home network via a web-based interface. Typically refers to devices not traditionally controlled in this manner, such as A/V receivers.)
  • Display
    • On-Screen Display: true
  • Dimensions
    • Product Height: 3.75 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Width: 17.25 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Depth: 18 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
    • Product Weight: 39 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
  • Other
    • UPC: 050667370756

No523 Dual-Monaural Preamplifier for Analog Sources

  • Pure Path: Pure Path circuit-design philosophy includes a discrete, direct-coupled, fully balanced, dual-monaural signal path that delivers unrestricted, uncompromised sonic purity.
  • The Fine Art of Control: Six analog line-level and phono inputs travel through the Mark Levinson proprietary Pure Path discrete, direct-coupled, fully balanced, dual-monaural signal path entirely in class A for breathtaking purity and performance.
  • Precision Signal Processing: By using a discrete, balanced R-2R Ladder volume control, Pure Phono stage, and HARMAN Clari-Fi® music restoration technology, the No523 preamplifier delivers uncompromising performance regardless of source.
  • Connections: The No523 delivers signal to balanced and single-ended stereo outputs, as well as a Main Drive Headphone output integrated into the front panel. The headphone amp circuit drives up to 32-ohm headphones in class A by employing the main output circuit rather than a secondary signal path.
  • High-Pass Filter: A selectable fourth-order 80Hz high-pass filter enables seamless integration of subwoofers, and unity- gain SSP mode enables home theater integration.
  • Integration: For modern system integration capabilities, Ethernet, RS-232, DC triggers, infrared remote control and input, and USB for monitoring and network control are included.
  • Pure Phono: The Pure Phono stage is a discrete design with no op-amps and operates exclusively in class A throughout, employing tantalum nitride thin-film resistors and polypropylene capacitors with exceptionally low tolerances, and physically separated channels for MC and MM.
  • Made in the USA: Mark Levinson equipment is designed at the HARMAN Engineering Center of Excellence in Shelton, CT, prototyped in-house, and handcrafted exclusively at an ISO 9001 facility in Massachusetts under strict Mark Levinson engineering and quality supervision.
  • Military-Grade Contruction: Housed in an aircraft-grade 6063-T5 extruded aluminum chassis, the No523 features extremely high build precision, to exceedingly low tolerances.
Whats Included
  • No523 preamplifier
  • IEC power cord
  • aluminum remote with batteries installed
  • phillips screwdriver for remote
  • user manual

Q: Can the preamplifier be controlled using an app?

A: The preamplifier cannot be controlled using an app.

Q: Does the preamplifier have a headphone jack?

A: This preamplifier has a headphone jack.

Q: What type of remote control is included with the preamplifier?

A: The preamplifier includes a remote control with batteries.

Q: What is the weight of the preamplifier?

A: The product weight is 39 pounds.

Q: Is the preamplifier compatible with Bluetooth?

A: This preamplifier is not compatible with Bluetooth.

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