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Any comments on Jeff Rowland Design Model 9

This is my current set-up: wadia Cd + JRDG Coherence + JRDG Model 8Ti + MIT Oracle + Avalon Radian HC.

I am thinking of changing my JRDG Model 8Ti to the relatively old JRDG Model 9. I gathered that the Radian needs a powerful amp and I think the 8Ti may not be up to the job. On the other hand, I am worried that the model 9 could be a bit "slow". Your advise and comments would be very much appreciated.

Also, does anybody has an idea on the current market of the mdoel 9?

vtin
tacs
220 posts
 
"I gathered that the Radian needs a powerful amp and I think the 8Ti may not be up to the job. "
A priori, that's nuts. The 8ti has plenty of power for any speaker. Are you unhappy with the sound you're getting?
bryans
102 posts
 
I have owned Radians and Model 8Ti in the past and to me it was more then enough power. Now this is just me. If you want to go for a Model 9 I would call Rowland and ask about upgrades to 9Ti. Can you post why you feel you need more power? What is the size of your room?
mejames
986 posts
 
extremely extremely transparent sound very strong detailed bass on demonstration upon Dunleavy 6 speakers using same cables and preamp you have. Didn't sound slow at all to me.
twilo
357 posts
 
I agree with Tacs. How can you say the Rowland doesn't have enough power. This amp is massive. It weighs 130 pounds. There is no way in history that amp is underpowering the Avalon.
jfz
570 posts
 
Suggest you consider the new Parasound JC-1 mono blocks. Lots of threads on this site and audio asylum. Good luck.
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