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Discover the first-ever headphones from Mark Levinson, a pioneer in high-fidelity audio for 50 years. Enjoy reference-quality sound, adaptive noise cancellation, and premium design with the № 5909.
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Jan 5, 2022 · An even more premium audio brand than Master & Dynamic, Mark Levinson, long owned by Harman (now a Samsung subsidiary), is known for its high-end amps, preamps and turntables that also have...
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Driver
Inside that beautiful exterior is a classic 40mm Beryllium coated dynamic driver. The company stated that they have specifically designed the tuning of this model to suit the preferences of the majority on a subjective level, and after a truckload of testing and research, apparently. I commend them for that. What they’ve offered does indeed seem to house a great formula, a perfect storm of great quality parts that begins with the high-quality Beryllium coating drivers. RBH and Focal used them...
ANC
The active noise cancelation on this model is excellent. I simply do not have any other headphones that compare, nor have I owned any that can compare. I have owned Bose quite some time ago, and briefly Sony’s TOTL ANC model, but it was lost during travels years ago. So, I can only speak off memory for that comparison and I can say that I believe Mark Levinson’s ANC is superb. It has a dedicated button to turn off ANC and run passive, which still offers nice cancelation properties just from t...
Bluetooth
The No. 5909 has Bluetooth 5.1, as well as wired potential. As I’ve recently said a few times, the modern era BT tech is advancing to the point that wires aren’t going to be needed soon, even on audiophile products. Yes, there is certainly an audible difference between BT mode and wired mode, but at this point, I am not caring too much these days about that when I am not in critical reviewing week. The distance factor drops out around 30ft, which is very good. I can hear my TV audio upstairs...
Good God. Look at them. Just…look at them. They are gorgeous. I opted for an anodized aluminum exterior in red (Radiant Red) _, of course, but they do come in Pearl Black and Ice Pewter as well. I have to say, I didn’t get a chance to see the Pearl Black option until well after I was sent the package, but I really love that color too. As much as I ...
There is no getting around it, for a headphone on the top side of moderately heavy, the No. 5909 rests on my head immensely well. And as someone who shaves his head, I can appreciate the softness of the leather and the type of foam used. Might as well be a dreamy pillow, same for the earpads, which are the same materials. But the lacking clamp pres...
The No. 5909 has an interesting setup. Instead of a 3.5mm to 3.5mm, it has a USB-C entry port into the earcup for charging…AND for listening. The opposite end of the stock cable is a normal 3.5mm that will plug into the source player. It feels weird to have a USB-C entry cable and a 3.5mm source end cable, but I am fine with it. It is a relatively ...
The No. 5909 package was lovely. My unit was shipped in a box made and printed for Mark Levison audio, meaning the cardboard box was custom inked for them and not just shipped in a normal unbranded box. Inside of that box, is another actual product unit box that includes a hefty zipper case, a few portable travel connectors, one short USB-C to 3.5m...
Bass
The stock bass experience from the No. 5909 is very forgiving and neutral in terms of quantity. This is not a basshead headphone, but you can add some extra lower-end via the dedicated Mark Levinson app. Or, if you are me, make sure you have Foobar2000 installed on your phone or source. The No. 5909 performs admirably for a Bluetooth model. On wired mode, you can hear the difference in quality across the board, of course. On wireless, you get a bit of a drop-off but that is normal for this ty...
Mids
The Mark Levinson No. 5909 is a middle ground vocal presentation experience, one that is not forward, but not recessed either. It plays it safe and apparently was tuned to the Harman Curve, specifically. The vocal experience is broad and wide feeling; however, I would not call it a headphone geared toward midrange or forward presentations. If you are into instrumentals and not mostly vocals, then this is a great model to pick up for the generalist consumer or audiophile looking for something...
Treble
Mark Levinson played it quite safe with the treble on the No. 5909. It neither packs a punch nor slams harsh. The name of the game overall is ‘soft appeal’. As with the bass, as with the upper mids, the treble also hits soft and pure. It lacks a bite factor and hostility, likely intended to be a headphone to listen to for the majority of your day. This is not a studio monitor, the No. 5909 is more of a forget you are traveling right now headphone, so there is no need for accurate hostility in...
The No. 5909 is only 32Ω, so it will mesh with any source for power needs. You don’t really need an amp, but I have found the extra power in some portable amps will drive the wired connection even more smoothly than without. High power doesn’t add fidelity or more bass, so look to smoother-sounding sources and amplifiers instead. For example, I pre...
The Mark Levinson No. 5909 is a magnificent choice. In fact, it is one of the best wireless all-rounder headphones I’ve come across lately. The wireless features are just a bonus for me. The headphone is very smooth and easy to listen to. If you want a lower end, you can achieve it with the dedicated Mark Levinson App. If you want a more neutral to...
Frequency Response, 10-40k HzSensitivity, 97 dBImpedance, 32 OhmsWeight, 12.55 ouncesA wireless closed-back headphone with ANC, Beryllium drivers, and a dedicated app for EQ. Read the review to find out how they sound, fit, and perform in different scenarios.
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Jan 27, 2022 · Mark Levinson’s new Mark Levinson No. 5909 pair are the Lamborghinis of wireless noise-canceling headphones. First announced at CES 2022, we’ve got to start out with the elephant in the...
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Aug 9, 2022 · Headphones. Mark Levinson No. 5909 review. As the price tag demands, the No.5909 bring wired-standard sound to wireless convenience Tested at £999 / $999 / AU$1599. By What Hi-Fi? last updated 9 August 2022. Comments (4) (Image: © Mark Levinson) What Hi-Fi? Verdict.
Jan 13, 2023 · This review is of the Mark Levinson № 5909 High-Resolution Wireless Headphones with Active Noise Cancellation ($999). The Mark Levinson brand (now part of Harman International owned by Samsung Electronics) has been making gorgeous and high-quality audio components since the early ‘70s.
