Mark Levinson No. 32 // Solid State Reference Preamplifier / MM And MC Phono

​The Mark Levinson No.32 Reference Preamplifier isn't just a piece of audio equipment—it's a statement. Introduced in the late '90s, this preamp set a new standard for high-end audio, earning the "Reference" title for a reason.

The No.32 is a two-chassis design, separating the power supply from the audio circuitry to minimize noise and interference. This meticulous approach ensures that your music emerges from a silent background, allowing every nuance to shine. The build quality is nothing short of tank-like, reflecting Mark Levinson's commitment to excellence. 

Production

1999-2002

Condition

9/10

Serial No.

2336 / 2659

Orig. MSRP

$17450

Restoration

• Reset to factory settings
• Tested all inputs and outputs
• Unit is set up with one moving coil and one moving magnet phono cartridge input
• Replaced remote batteries and verified remote operation
• Unit has both power supply umbilical cables
• Both pieces have their original boxes and packing (2 boxes)

Factory Specs

Inputs: 3 pairs balanced (XLR), 5 pairs single-ended (RCA, optional), 2 pairs phono (XLR or RCA), 2 Controller/DC cable connectors, ground terminal. 

Outputs: 2 pairs balanced (XLR), 2 pairs single-ended (RCA), 1 pair record-out (XLR), 2 pairs record-out (RCA). 

Controller connectors: IEC AC mains receptacle, ground terminal, 2 Controller/DC cable connectors, three 3.5mm mini-jacks (for IR input, trigger out, trigger in), 3 Mark Levinson Link communications connectors, 6-pin RJ-11 RS-232 port, two 8-pin RJ-45 control ports (PHASTLink;r-compatible). 

Maximum voltage gain: 0, 6, 12, or 18dB (line stage); 40, 60dB (optional phono stage). 

Volume control range: 80.0dB. Gain resolution: 0.1dB steps above 23.0 on display (-57dB), 1.0dB steps below 23.0 on display (-57dB). 

Input overload: 2V on XLR, 1V on RCA (gain set to +18dB); 4V on XLR, 2V on RCA (gain set to +12dB); 8V on XLR, 4V on RCA (gain set to +6dB); 16V on XLR, 8V on RCA (gain set to 0dB). 

Frequency response: 10Hz-40kHz, ±0.1dB. 

Input impedance: 100k ohms. 

Output impedance: less than 10 ohms on XLR, less than 20 ohms on RCA. 

Maximum output (main outputs): 16V on XLR, 8V on RCA. THD+noise: less than 0.001%. 

Crosstalk: better than -120dB, any input to any output, input unterminated; better than -140dB, input terminated. 

Residual noise: 20Hz-20kHz; better than -120dBV, input terminated. 

Mains voltage: 100V, 120V, 220V, 230V, or 240VAC at 50 or 60Hz (factory-set).
Dimensions: 

Controller: 19.5" W by 3" H by 13" D. 

Preamplifier: 19.5" W by 3.2" H by 11.4" D. 

Shipping weights: Controller, 60 lbs; preamplifier, 46 lbs

Stock No.

8952917098717