Primaluna and Rogue

Well, I made the deal and the Nola's are now in my possession. I don't have them hooked up yet; I only tested them to make sure they work. Now my amp search goes into a higher gear, and the more I read is the more I know I want a tube preamp, such as the Rogue Perseus, for example. However, I have read a ton of material where people are happy with the tube preamp/solid state power amp combo, so there is more for me to consider. I'd like to take my time and make the best decision for my system, but the Rogue monoblocks (M150 or M120) are still high on the list.

Audioman, thanks for you thoughts on the Stereo 90. I have considered that piece as well, but admittedly not with the same level of interest or enthusiasm as with the monoblocks.

Hawk28,

Between the M120 and M150, I would recommend that you go with the M150.

"the Prima Luna advertises much more that is why you see them on the pages so much nothing more , I now own a Magnum ."

And Quicksilver does not advertise at all, perhaps why they are not mentioned in this thread even though, IMHO, they are sonically competitive, though different sounding, than both of the marques being bantered about.

Interesting thoughts, Viridian. Personally, I'm not as familiar with Quicksilver as I am with the other two companies. And while this is not directed at you, I learned about Rogue through a dealer recommendation and audition. Primaluna, I admittedly learned about through advertising and reviews here on the 'Gon. That said, I'm open to suggestions of quality and affordable gear.

Yes, they don't advertise, but have been around more than twice as long as either of the two companies that you are considering. They are made in America and are completely wired point-to-point without circuit boards. You might want to have a look at their website, which is as minimalist as the amps and, if you like what you see, and if the design ethos is consonant with your objectives, have a read on some of the audio chat sites and get some user feedback. I don't own Quickkie amps, but were I in the market, I would purchase them over either of the other two marques. But that's me and doesn't help much; the reason that all three are around is that they all offer good value and performance, with different sound qualities and various power outputs.