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Rotel over Integra?

I have a chance to upgrade from my Integra 5.3 to a Rotel RSX 1057. It will only be used in a 2 channel set up. I have always heard that Rotel was musical and truly audiophile quality but will it be better than the Integra? Being honest, I would like saying I own a Rotel as part of my setup, I suppose that would be worth the upgrade. Just feeling better about it, probably makes it sound better! Thoughts please?
inmyroom
auxinput
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I have brought up Rotel a couple of times on this forum because, under visual inspection, it looks like Rotel is sort of like a version of Emotiva with better internal components (capacitors, etc.).  However, I've also seen more than once that people did not like Rotel because it was too bright sounding.  I would say to find a location that has Rotel and go listen to it.  Otherwise, maybe try some of the newer Marantz receivers.
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inmyroom OP
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Thank you, I have actually listened to  decent Rotel setup at my father in laws, and it was what started me down the road of putting my own system together. I will take a listen to the Marantz receivers as well, my SACD is a Marantz and I love both the build quality and sound.

randy-11
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Marantz has several levels of components, from good -- thru Audiophile -- to xlnt

so be sure to get that sorted out
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jafant
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Yes, that Rotel model is a fine piece of gear. The newer stuff is junk -sourced to china.
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inmyroom OP
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Thanks to Auxinput and Randy 11input for your input. I decided to go with a Marantz 5007 and I'm excited with the musicality. Much warmer sound and the highs aren't quite as harsh as before, and the mids are cathartic. Next I'm looking to replace my Yamaha speakers with something a little better. Possibly Polk Audio TSi series or Paradigm, mostly due to a limited budget, I love Focals but just can't stretch that far. Baby steps gentlemen. Thoughts?
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