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Integrated Amp Upgrade-itis hitting....

Hey all. Put together a system with GoldenEar Triton 3's, a Marantz CD6005 and Musical Fidelity A3.2 integrated. Lately, been getting the itch to "upgrade" the amp though while excellent in function and aesthetics is getting a tad long in tooth. So, my mind has been wandering about something different. Top 2 options right now are a Marantz PM 8005 and Rogue Sphinx. I'm open to suggestions based on the above. I listen to a lot of electric blues and classic rock. A phono section is important as I do spin some vinyl as well. Just looking for some input from some fellow audio nuts....
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jafant
18,950 posts
 
2nd Rogue Audio,

I concur with rackon and his assessment.  Happy Listening!
helomech
1,525 posts
 
I've owned the Rogue Sphinx V2 and the Pharoah.

Both have nice resolution, and overall dynamics, however, neither produces solid, deep bass at low volumes. If you always listen at somewhat loud volumes, the Sphinx is a good amp. Overall it has a "front row" sound.

I'd bet a considerable sum that if you listen to the Marantz and Rogue back to back at moderate volumes, the Marantz will play deeper. 
seanheis1
595 posts
 
I would take your current amp over the 2 amps that you are looking at. If you want an upgrade you will need to move to something like a halo integrated. What you have is pretty nice. 
mnichols
5 posts
 
Dialogue premium Prima Luna HP integrated -  I use it with a Marantz - sounds great and has both a headphone and phono stage installed.  Best part is tube indicator light which never goes on - but its there so you don't have to wonder about tube quality. Looks great too.  I'd agree with the person who suggested Cronus magnum as well as an alternative.  
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beernut OP
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Thanks guys for the recent comments, all will be considered strongly. Found a place a little over an hour's drive away who has Rogue gear. That's a start I guess...The MuFi is a nice amp just getting a bit long in tooth...
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