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Rogers High Fidelity Integrated amplifiers

I see used models listed for sale at a'gon and other audio sites quite often. However, whenever someone asks for opinions in the forums, the usual suspects are Primaluna, Rogue Audio, Raven Audio, Line Magnetic, Quicksilver, etc., but I hardly see anyone recommending Rogers. I wonder why that is. From what I understand, they're made in the US (I know, doesn't necessarily imply better quality) and the prices are quite reasonable.

The other thing I noticed was that unlike Primaluna or some other brands that get snapped up quickly, the Rogers amps tend to stay listed much longer.

What gives?
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arafiq OP
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@dz13 You made a great choice. I have a 65-v2 paired up with Fritz Carrera BE speakers in my second (home office) system. I can honestly say, after trying 4 different combos in my home office system, that is is the most satisfying sound I've had so far. I tried the amp with Harbeth SH5+ speakers in the media room which is a lot bigger. It sounded really good but it struggled at higher than moderate volumes. But at moderate volumes it sounded very good. Different story in my study with the Fritz speakers -- they go really loud without a hint of struggle. I bet it sounds wonderful with your high efficiency speakers.

Listening in triode mode, the EL34 magic just pulls you in. This has to be one of the most underrated amps out there. 

mesch
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I must say when I was considering going to an integrated tube amp I had considered the 65-V2. Decided to play with a tube pre with with tube and SS amplifier. Should I return to an integrated this one would be on my short list. 

dz13
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I have only heard three different units so I can't give you advice other than to say either (1) try to get some kind of audition with similar speakers and set up or (2) if you are happy with what you have, don't go chasing rainbows.
dz13
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Sorry, by three units, I meant two tube integrated amps and one tube power amp. I have heard a few solid state amps. Also, if you search the internet there are discussions whether, if you want a tube sound, it is better to have the preamp be tube or the power amp.
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