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Getting Started

About the No51 Media Player

The Nº51 Media Player is a milestone product for Mark Levinson.
All-new in design, the Nº51 Media Player combines a DVD-Video
processor that provides extremely high-quality picture and sound
for the ultimate in movie cinema reproduction, and a CD processor,
capable of music playback that exceeds that of high-end stand-
alone CD players.
There are five areas of design in the Nº51; each carefully crafted
element surpasses its design criteria and integrates seamlessly to
create a product that performs well beyond the sum of its parts.
The Chassis The Nº51 Media Player front panel utilizes thick, machined
aluminum, a combination of brushed and painted finishes, and
laser-engraved artwork. The chassis cover is formed from a single
piece of aluminum which incorporates a secondary shield to
provide a seamless electro-magnetic barrier. The chassis itself is
partitioned to provide electrical isolation for critical circuits where
needed. In every respect, the Nº51 is a product built to withstand
the test of time.
The Transport The heart of any media player is the transport. The Nº51 starts with
a solid cast aluminum frame for exceptional rigidity and stability.
The media drawer is precision milled from aluminum and is
mounted on polished stainless steel drawer guides.
The custom-designed loader assembly components include:
• The drive lift and rack-and-pinion drawer actuator, which uses
special damping material to isolate the drawer from nearby
components.
• Optical encoders, to send feedback to the motor control circuit,
providing precise control over the drawer's motion.
• A shock-mounted transport frame, decoupled from the chassis
and further isolated from the audio section and other sections
of the player, to provide a better sound.
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