News & Reviews

Robb Report: Mark Levinson components have occupied the top rung of two-channel audio for years, long before Harman International Industries acquired the brand in 1990 [ 5000 Series ]

CE Pro: Harman is bringing the renowned performance of the Mark Levinson brand to the masses at price points never before seen from the elite brand.

Forbes: …the optional Mark Levinson audio system, with 17 speakers, 1,800 watts and 7.1 surround sound decoding, provides impressive aural entertainment.

Automobile: “I love the Mark Levinson stereo”. {Lexus IS}

HARMAN’s Mark Levinson today introduced a remarkable new preamplifier and amplifier and showcased two now-shipping source players in a substantial expansion of the 5000 Series range.

Stereonet UK: We were told that the №5302, as well as the rest of the range, have to survive Mark Levinson's own, in-house durability tests known as HALT testing (Highly-Accelerated Life Testing). Taking a look at those heat sinks and the front grab-handles, this amp looks like it could outlast most of us.

Stupid Dope: We loved hearing our playlist on the 800+ watt Mark Levinson stereo that features a CD player for the old school set… {Lexus NX}

Road Show by cnet: ...always-excellent Mark Levinson audio system… {Lexus IS}

Gear Patrol: …[the] Mark Levinson system keeps the music crisp even at high speeds. {Lexus LC 500 convertible}

Kelly Blue Book: The optional Mark Levinson audio system is a must-have for music lovers. {Lexus NX}

Road Show by cnet: ...splurge for the Mark Levinson setup… {Lexus LC 500 convertible}

The Car Connection: Options we’d suggest include the 2,400-watt Mark Levinson audio system—it’s among the best available at any price. {Lexus LS}

Forbes: ...the Mark Levinson sound system in my GX test vehicle sounded phenomenal, and filled the big SUV with deep, rich sound. {Lexus GX}

Automobile: …I'd spec it with the ...awesome-sounding Mark Levinson stereo… {Lexus LC 500}

The Car Connection: You’re going to want the available 17-speaker Mark Levinson sound system for a better listening experience. {Lexus GX}

SlashGear: [The]Mark Levinson audio system sounds the equal of rival music upgrades in other cars costing four or five times the price {Lexus LC 500 convertible}

The Weekly Driver: ...do it full-tilt with the Navigation/Mark Levinson Premium Audio Package. It’s not only an integrated sound system, but the stereo is among the industry’s best. {Lexus ES}

Automobile: ...top-shelf Mark Levinson sound system {Lexus GX}

Sound & Vision: The № 5105 is beautiful to behold and will be a statement piece that commands the attention of any room lucky enough have it, even before the needle drops.

Automoblog: With its 1,800 watts of symphony- blasting power, the world seems like a much nicer place as you drive along. The Mark Levinson system is one of the best-sounding of any luxury car today.  {Lexus ES}

CarBuzz: …those who appreciate sound quality will want to upgrade to the 17-speaker Mark Levinson system. {Lexus ES}

StereoNET: [The № 5802 greets you] with a lovely transparent wall of sound, a deep soundstage and loads of detail. This amplifier is instantly appealing and [has] no trouble digging deep to reproduce that rumbling low bass.

What Hi-Fi?: The № 5805 handles [a] diverse collection of music with ease. It has the resolution and dynamic expression to render [Melody] Gardot’s lovely voice with the body and finesse it deserves.

Audioholics: № 5101 is a sleek and contemporary interpretation of the Mark Levinson style, complete with lavish finishes and over-the-top build quality.

Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity: The Mark Levinson № 585.5 integrated amp is a complete success in every area of its build and performance … it speaks with a clarity unrivaled among competing products.

Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity: The № 515 had honest bass response, clean and transparent mids, and delicate, sparkly highs. It was so addictively [musically] that I became obsessed with it during the review period.

Stereophile: The № 534's dynamic range was tirelessly wide … Although I know the recording well, I was nonetheless stunned by each sudden, concussive bass-drum note as it erupted from silence.

Stereophile: [The pair of № 536s] woke up my Revel Ultima Salon2 speakers, delivering an aural palette startling in its transparency and clarity, with an expanded ability to reproduce dynamic contrasts.

EnjoyTheMusic.com: [The № 523] is a very flexible, great sounding and luxurious looking preamplifier that skimps on nothing – not internally or externally.

Audio Advice: [The № 519] is all about the best possible audio quality. No expense was spared from a parts standpoint to allow the 519 to be as close to the recording as possible.

Stereophile: The № 526's sheer clarity, startling transparency, liquid midrange and ability to render brilliant dynamic contrasts [make] it different from other preamplifiers. [It’s] a revelation!