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Rogue RP-7 vs. New RP-9 - What's the Difference?

I just got an RP-7 recently and I went to their site to look up the manual as I was setting it up and I see they now have an upgraded RP-9 model with different tubes (Russian 6H30P vs 12AU7 in the 7).  I can't seem to make out any other differences.

I thought this might warrant a discussion from those who know more than I do. Thoughts?
irrenarzt
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mulveling
2,217 posts
 
Here's a pic of the RP-9 in my system back when I had Apollo amps. It did look really pretty like this! Ironically, the Apollos have so damn much gain (way lots of gain), and the Tannoys are so highly sensitive, the RP-9 might actually match better to the lower-gain VAC 200iQ amps.

https://i.imgur.com/rVQj8NM.jpg
glennn
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I really appreciate your input!

Any additional comments would be nice when you feel the RP-9 is fully run-in 🤓

btw, Very nice rig! 
smodtactical
986 posts
 
@mulveling Amazing system, appreciate your comments. Its cool to see the Rogue hanging in there with stiff competition. Have you ever considered custom tube pres for example from oliver sayes?
Look forward to how rp9 does as it continues to burn in.
larryrs
132 posts
 
@mulveling Just wondering if you might have an update on the RP-9 with the VAC 200iQ amps and how it compares with the Ref 6 with a change in amp and more break-in.  Thanks.
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