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Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99

I currently have a Rogue Super Magnum 99 that I use with a Rogue Medusa amp. I am thinking about getting the RP 1 pre because it has a balance control, a better and more conveniently located headphone jack, a good phono section, and is a more modern design with a great display and full function remote. Also, I do not really need the external power supply on the 99 which is hard to place. The RP 5 pre has too many bells and whistles that I will never use. I have no problems with the 99 and really enjoy it. So the question is, would this constitute a move down or be an improvement? I think most people use the 99 with one of the big traditional tube amps like the 100 and possibly the RP 1 has more synergy with the Medusa. The stark simplicity of the RP attracts me. Possibly I am just succumbing to the urge for something new. Any advice from you experts out there is greatly appreciated. 
rtorchia
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stereo5
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I had the Rogue RP-5 which I recently sold.  The report I read on the RP-1 was that it is 90% of the RP-5.  You should be fine.
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lowrider57
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If your Super Magnum 99 uses 6SN7's, then it produces a more classic and lush tube sound than the newer Rogue preamps. 
You don't say if you have the tube phono section, but the RP-1 uses a SS phono stage which is excellent. I think you'll have to decide between the features and more modern sound of the RP-1 to the sonics of the 99.
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rtorchia OP
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Yes, I have the phono section. To complicate matters further I found a new Metis Magnum that would be a compromise in that it has more traditional sound. It is strange with the tubes protruding in a cage but a highly regarded unit. Given that the Medusa is here to stay I am leaning to the RP 1. Thanks for your help. Rogue just makes too much nice stuff. 
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buellrider97
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Hi , I’ve had the RP-1, for about 18 months . I changed the 2 tubes to medical grade Telefunkens and upgraded the power cord . I’m only running Tidal and a transport through a Schiit Yiggy . I am satisfied with its performance after upgrading the tubes . I wanted a basic pre with a remote and this meets my needs . My next pre will be balanced , but for today I’m complete . Regards , Mike B. 
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