Mark Levinson and Red Rose Music have employed breakthrough technologies to handcraft audio equipment of the finest sonic quality at a fraction of the cost of traditional audio designs. At less than $2,000, the stunning Spirit Music System offers true high-end sound reproduction, previously obtainable only with the finest separate components.

The 35-watt-per-channel Spirit amplifier supplies breathtaking sound without the bulk, cost and heat of a traditional amplifier. This compact integrated amplifier is based on the hugely successful Rosette 1. Build quality is identical to its more expensive sibling, and finish and detailing is of a quality normally only associated with expensive cameras.

Based upon the outstanding Red Rose Music Rosebud speaker, the Spirit LS1 uses lower cost components and a simplified cabinet. Overall dimensions are identical to the original Rosebud. Standard finishes are a luxury Rosewood veneer and French Sycamore.

This impressive system reproduces the full detail of programs from SACDs (Super Audio CDs), LPs and traditional sources such as FM tuners and compact discs (requires an external phono preamp to play LPs or other analog discs).

Easy to set up and operate, the Spirit amp has just three controls: on/off, input selector and volume. The system includes 30 feet of speaker cable, and optional speaker stands are also available. The amplifier measures 4 1/2" x 11" x 8 1/4" and weighs 13 lbs. Each speaker measures approximately 12" x 7" x 12" and weighs 9 lbs. Five-year warranty on the amplifier; three-year warranty on the speakers.

To purchase The Spirit System please contact us through our Spirit dealers contact form. or online at Amazon.com, Acoustic Sounds, and The Sharper Image. In the UK, please visit our partner MDC.

Chris Martens reviews the Spirit System on AVGuide.com.