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Mark Levinson No.512 CD Player---Opinions

Wow!! I just listened to the new Mark Levinson 512 CD player against the usual known suspects of Eoteric, EMM, dCS, and alike and I am convinced that Mark Levinson is back. I was able to spend ample time with the local dealer in Southern California in comparing the unit and we both agreed it was sensational. FYI, it is $15k but it is well worth it. Complete tonal balance and dynamic as anything I have heard for the price. I would be eager to hear others' opinion about this player.
pkancel

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utlover
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Hi Pkancel, what does it look like (the 512)? I have seen some pictures of demo's without a top, and the styling appeared to be not so elegant as in 'the old days' (390s, 380s). I have not seen pictures of the production unit yet, not even on the levinson website.
Furthermore, what were the other components auditioned by you?
Tecnically, I think it's very strong with the Teac transport - but I wonder which DAC concept is used.
utlover
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Bar81, what material (CD / SACD)? If you don't like the 390s I think it's obvious you won't like the 512.
utlover
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@Audioholik: thanks for this - this provides a better view of the player.
utlover
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@Pkancel - I heard some rumours regarding the retail price, it it $22,000 or $15,000 or?
utlover
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@Forbushman - as you already purchased it, may I ask what the price was?
Cheers
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