Mark Levinson No. 5206 Dual Mono Preamplifier

A discrete, balanced class-A preamp with DAC, MM/MC phonostage, and headphone out. Designed and handcrafted in the US.

Experience the inner details and maximum dynamics of music with the No. 5206. Awarded two patents for groundbreaking design, this class-A preamplifier serves as the hub of your entire audio system. By perfectly preserving both digital and analog audio signals, the No. 5206 delivers the purest possible signal, allowing you to hear the full potential of your music.

The No. 5206 includes a custom-made Precision Link II Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC) that delivers outstanding digital audio quality.

Features

• Pure Path class-A analog signal with two awarded patents
• 32 Bit/384 kHz Precision Link II DAC with 4x DSD Capability
• Independent input relays
• Class-A high pass subwoofer filter
• Premium hybrid topography phono stage
• Selectable capacitive and resistive load settings
• RIAA equalization
• MQA Full Decode certified
• Dedicated 80 VA toroidal transformer
• Extensive internal shielding
• Two separate voltage regulation stages
• Designed and handcrafted in the USA

Specifications

Inputs
Analog: 2 x stereo XLR, 2 x stereo RCA, 1 x stereo RCA MC phono, 1 x stereo RCA MM phono
Digital: 2 x coaxial S/PDIF, 2 x optical, 1 x AES/EBU, 1 x USB-B

Outputs: 1 x stereo XLR, 1 x stereo RCA

Control: 1 x RS-232, 1 x Ethernet, 1 x USB (firmware updates), 1 x 3.5 mm IR input, 
1 x 12 V DC trigger output, 1 x 12 V DC trigger input

Power Consumption
Max: 70 W
Normal Standby: 65 W
Power Save Standby: 4 W
Green Standby: <0.4 W

Dimensions (HWD): 4.96″ x 17.25″ x 19.25″ (126 x 438 x 489 mm)

Weight: 34 lb. (15.4 kg)