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Levinson 27.5 to 335

Looking for some answers/opinions. I am going to get a used Levinson 335 loaner from my local (and fantastic) audio shop and I have a few questions.

1. Does this model amp have the capacitor problems that were found in the earlier 300 series amps?
2. Has anyone had any problems with the 335?
3. I plan on using it in a dedicated 110V circuit. Should it be 220V?
4. What types of sound differences are you experiencing between these two amps?

I will obviously listen for myself because I realize that #3 is very subjective.

My associated equipment is:
ML380S
ML36S
ML37
ML 27.5 (for now)
Nakamichi DR-1
Kimber KS2120 Digital
Kimber KS3038 balanced interconnects
Kimber KS1010 for Nak
Kimber KS3035 speaker
Synergistic AC couplers and Transparent power cords
Hydra 8 for source

Thanks all!
dewinkle
st01
36 posts
 
I owned a ML331 for fourteen years and did not experience any capacitor problems that have been mentioned on this site. I used it to drive Thiel 3.6's that dip down to about 2.3 or 2.5 ohms. AThis does not invalidate what others have experienced, but wanted to share my experience with you.
dewinkle OP
51 posts
 
Thanks ST01. The 3.6s are a beast to drive. Did the 331 hold up ok?
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rockitman
417 posts
 
Keep in mind that Harmon/Levinson will not service your amp. You will have to find a 3rd party. I had and still do (mothballed) a 27.5. With Madrigal Labs out of the picture, I have abandoned ML/Harmon and would never consider them for a product purchase. For me, I went to Pass Labs XA series of amps that can be had at a good price if you buy used/demo. They sound better than any class A/B Levinson ever could. YMMV
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