The RP 1 is really amazing. I listen to mostly classical music and the lower notes are really crisp and tight. On many of the period instrument performances one gets a real sense of the often scrappy sounds they make that I never heard before. The sound seems very direct and straightforward. Vocal music is remarkably direct. The 99 indeed had a very rich, smooth, warm plush sound. Once when I was talking to a noted dealer and mentioned how much I like tube components. He responded, "OK, so you like distortion." So I miss the 99 a little but love the direct and what I guess some would call the "more modern" sound of the RP 1. It is very tempting to keep the 99 and switch back and forth to have the best of both worlds. Probably for long listening sessions I would like the 99 but that is not an issue. Thanks for all the advice.
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.
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