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I know you always do your homework.... :^)
I know you always do your homework.... :^)
The best separates between $2500-3000. Moving on from the original Rogue Sphinx Intg..
I have decided NOT to upgrade the original Rogue Sphinx integrated amp to its new version. Therefore, I would humbly ask for recommendations for the best separates in the $2500-3000 range. I would prefer the same brand pre-amp and power amp, but will consider mixed brands.
My requirements are basic: at least 150-175 RMS; a simple "quality" remote with a mute switch and smoothly calibrated volume control. Pre-amp Out ( optional) feature;. A good headphone stage; A good to VG phono stage, BUT CAN forego in favor of a good phono box.. .
I DON'T WANT OR NEED: an onboard DAC for streaming audio files ; processor loops, or subwoofer inputs and outputs HT inputs and outputs; class D amp
Because of the plethora of new pre-amps with the features I don't want, I might consider older "quality" pre-amps without the bells and whistles. However, I AM NOT interested in so called "upgraded" vintage or refurbished" crap from 20-30 years ago. I recently got burned on a refurbished and marginally upgraded turntable. My mistake. Thank you for your advice
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Al. Thank you for the response. The link you sent clearly show the back of Sphinx original integrated. I received an e-mail back from a Rogue tech named, Nick, who basically reproduced the bullet points I sent you. He indicated that the variable input ( pre-out) was used to connect a second amp or subwoofer. I emailed back to clarify and confirm whether that connection will "bypass" the Sphinx internal amp, and most importantly ,also allow the pre-amp controls to function with the outboarded amp in place. Maybe, I am just dense, but I need to confirm the use of the all the pre-amp functions when used with the outboarded amp. BTW, the Ayre V5xe is too expensive for me at $2900. I have not inquired if the seller would accept a lower offer, though only 6 days remain on his ad. But, I appreciate the heads up. The information that the ARC 100.2 not being a variation of class D amp design is good news. That may account for the rave reviews it received in a few mags, and customer testimonials. Though, you point about its an age and possible diminished sound quality is a viable concern Lastly, there was a review in Tone magazine of Van Alstine's FET Value CF Vacuum Tube Pre-amp Line stage ($1899) by one of its staff writers. The review praised it build quality and its overall sound quality, but there was some hesitation on the writer to crown it the best pre-amp in the under $2000 range. He did highly praise the built in phono as a steal at $249 ( as noted, there is a MM/MC stage for $329, both are optional). Jeff Dorgay offerd some follow up comments and felt some of the criticisms of the pre-amp's restricted soundstage was system or amp related His experience with the unit was a big soundstage with either AVA own amp, or PASS Labs, ARC, Simaudio, etc. Thanks again to all who have offered comments. |
He indicated that the variable input ( pre-out) was used to connect a second amp or subwoofer.That would be "variable output," of course, not "variable input." Also, I found that the AVA amp which I mentioned has been highly praised by member Schubert is the Synergy 450, which I see lists at $1999. He posted the following comments in this thread which you had originated about 3 years ago: Schubert 4-10-2013: Best regards, --Al |
Does the NuPrime ST-10 digital amp (150 RMS) qualify as a Class D amp, or a variant of Class D?? NuPrime bought out the former NuForce company, and redesigned the entire line of components. Some units have received good to VG reviews, the ST-10 amp in particular. However, it is a new company who knows where it will in 5 years. Thanks, Jim |
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