Rotel RA-02 or Audio Refinement Complete ?

I have to disagree with Pabelson on this one. Given my experience with Rotel (albeit, not that particualar model) I would choose the audio refinement even though it's older. I do agree that age doesn't play a role. In my opinion, the audio refinement will give more enjoyment, and have a better resale in the long run should you choose to upgrade.

Don't take our opinions though. listen and see which you like best if possible. Also, which speakers you are using will play a role. Rotel is a good match with B&W, but B&W is an even better match with the audio refinement.

I am using the Infitity Alpha 50 (not high end speakers, though), but I will upgrade my speakers soon. Which one is a good match for this? My room is a medium size bed room. I have a deal on the JMLAB COBALT 815, $635, shipped in 8/10 condition, so anyone tell me that should I go with this?

good night !

Also, I will keep the Rotel RA-02 more time to enjoy it and wait for the good deal on the ARC. The deal I talked about for the ARC is off !

thanks, and have a good night ! "-).......

I have owned a Rotel RA-01 for about two years. I tried to replace it with a NAD C370 but I did not like the sound of the NAD. I cannot comment on the Audio Refinement unit, although it has quite a few reviews in favor of its sound. I recently matched it with a set of Cobalt 706's and a Rega Planet 2000 CD player and I have a really nice sounding system. I am listening to my CD collection all over again. The Rotel RA-01 has a sound that never becomes fatiguing. One of the nice things about the Rotel is the headphone section and a phono input. After auditioning and owning various int amps I think that the Rotel is perfect for the money.