Jeff Rowland or Mark Levinson???

IMHO the Rowland is sweeter, more musical, draws me into the music and does everything well. It will give you years of enjoyment. It is not as analytical or dry as the Levinson. Micro details, soundstage, transparency to die for. First amp I've owned that gets more enjoyable as time goes on. While it is not the most dynamic amp, it doesn't lack dynamics, and never assaults, or causes listening fatigue.

Which Rowland amp do you have, Blbloom?

Jcb2000, which amps are on your short list from ML and JRDG?

Fpeel. I have the new Concentra II, 150 watt integrated. I've owned 10 amps in the last two years, (crazy) including 2 Plinius, 2 Classe, a Sim W5, a Krell and a Bryston. Sad to say, but I got tired of every one. I was frustrated and began to think I would never find an amp I would be happy with. The Rowland just gets more enjoyable as time goes on.

Thanks for the quick response. I'm considering buying a Rowland, albeit an older model, and will probably be unable to listen before buying. The extra data points are appreciated.