Mark Levinson No5206 – Preamplifier with DAC & Phono

🧾 Overview

The Mark Levinson Nº5206 is a premium preamplifier with an integrated DAC and phono stage, designed for reference-grade two-channel systems. It delivers fully discrete, dual-monaural analog performance with advanced digital processing including MQA decoding and high-res PCM/DSD playback. With MM/MC phono inputs, Bluetooth aptX-HD, and balanced I/O, it anchors modern vinyl and digital setups with effortless control and clarity.

✅ Key Features

✅ Fully discrete PurePath dual-monaural analog line stage (balanced)
✅ PrecisionLink II DAC with MQA Full Decoding; PCM up to 32-bit/384 kHz; DSD up to 11.2 MHz (quad)
✅ Inputs: 2× XLR, 2× RCA line, MM & MC phono; Digital: USB-B, 2× coax, 2× optical, AES/EBU
✅ Outputs: balanced XLR & single-ended RCA; MainDrive Class-A headphone out (6.35 mm)
✅ Bluetooth receiver with aptX-HD for high-quality wireless playback
✅ Home-theater (SSP) passthrough and selectable 80 Hz high-pass filter for sub integration
✅ Control & networking: Ethernet, RS-232, IR in, 12V trigger I/O; browser setup & updates
✅ Designed, engineered, and precision-crafted in the USA

📦 What’s in the Box

📦 Mark Levinson Nº5206 Preamplifier
🔌 IEC power cable
🎛️ IR remote control (with 2 × AAA batteries)
🧰 Hex tool for remote
📖 Owner’s manual & safety information

🔄 Compatibility

Works with balanced and single-ended power amplifiers, MM/MC turntables, DACs and digital transports via USB/coax/optical/AES, powered subwoofers (via selectable high-pass), and Bluetooth sources (aptX-HD). Ideal for integrating vinyl and hi-res streaming in stereo or theater (SSP) systems.

📦✈️ Shipping & Returns

📦 Insured worldwide delivery
🔄 14-day return policy
🛡️ 2-year EU warranty

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