Mark Levinson No. 27 Amplifier, buy or not?


Just curious for all the ML lovers out there owning the ML No. 27 amplifier.

Has anyone had service since purchase from 1990?  Anyone still using it and having no issues?  Would like to get my hands on one, but the cost to repair along with finding a reputable service technician near me might not be worth it as I am located in NYC.  I know owning vintage equipment is nice and the warm sound is ideal for us loving audiophiles, however, my heart says to get one, and my wallet says to just get a different amp that's more modern.  I've read in the forums the amp cost around $2000 and repair cost could be another $2K, so doubling the price at $4K is something you can get caught into.  Or maybe you can just get lucky and the amp works fine. :)

Your thoughts and comments would be very helpful, thanks team.

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Pyramid in Texas services these.  I have a 27.5.  It's wonderful, i have no plans to part with it.  Used all sorts of preamps, tube and solid state sounds great with all.  I used to be concerned with service cost (yes it is expensive) but I would spend it in a heartbeat.  

Do a google search on Pyramid Levinson musings.  they are authorized Levinson repair center.  They give comments on many Levinson pieces.  They will also talk with you and give you advice.   You will find many comments and opinion here. I took the plunge after researching.  Good Luck.