Levinson 5805

Welp, 6 months seems to be the going rate of survival. This one is now dead as well.

My Dealer has negotiated a deal on a 585.5 for me.

So upwards I shall go.

I will say the 5805 does sound awesome, they just need to work the bugs out.

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.

I have not auditioned them but wouldn't diss them even if I didn't prefer the sound. They have great resell and have been around for a long time. They must be doing something right, and at this price level everything really comes down to personal preference and the speakers you are driving. 

They do carry McIntosh, so that is still an option. 

Hi Noble, 
I had a 326s  with 332 combo prior to this. Very nice pre. 
Unfortunately a lightning strike took out the 326 as well as a 360s DAC. 

My Dealer just notified me that ML will be sending me a replacement amp. 
Noble 100, if you are anywhere near NC let me know... I still have my 326S. It powers up, and the remote works. You can have it for spare parts. It was declared dead by my dealer. 

My brand spanking new replacement amp arrived Friday.
It was a wonderful weekend of burning in the new amp!

I have heard it has happened to several units. Hopefully they have found the issue and resolved. If this one goes out I will have to consider another option from my dealer.