Sonical differences btw. Concentra II and Concert

FP -A Concerto is basically 2-201s with an attached preamp-I do think separates provide more current(my EAD has more bass than the concerto)to drive your speakers-this is an obeservation but I feel its honest - I would use a Synergy2i and either a model 10 or 12 or 300 series amp-I had a model 10 with the synergy and was a good, powerful match - To replace your Rowland(with separates) would involve upping your budget by at least 50%_ I feel it would be worth it sonically , however, thats quite a jump in price to get there...

I´m just thinking of buying a model 10 instead of the 201`s and use it directly with my new Audio Aero Capitole II. Do you think this combo outperforms the current Concerto integrated ?

Hi Frankpiet,
I have had both the model 10 and now own the concerto. {See my system pics.} I think on raw performance the two are very similar. The Concerto gives you so much more flexibility. It has 4 inputs, volume control, phono if you want it, and also runs very cool while using very little energy. The model 10's are great amps, but run warmer{ if this matters}. Also 2 powercords/ dedicated lines would be required for the 201's. If i was looking for an integrated, i'd buy the Concerto. If i was looking for an amp, i'd happily buy the model 10.

The model 10 is definitely a step up from the integrated. Just curious, are you planning on running the CD Player directly into the Model 10? I am currently using the Model 10 with the Aesthetix Janus upstream, as I employ multiple sources. Unless your speakers present an extremely difficult load, the Model 10 should provide plenty of headroom.

yes. I´ve just bought an Audio Aero Capitole MK II SE. This unit provides a 100 step analog volume control. The speakers I use are highly efficient speakers. Load problems shouldn´t occur. Which power cords do you use on the Rowland gear? I personally use Electraglide. As speaker cable Shunyata and as interconnect Acoustic Zen. Any recommendations?
Best, Frank