Upgrade from Rogue RP-7


I currently have  RP-7 pre which I am looking to upgrade. I will be looking at preowned equipment. Some of the pre's I have been reading good stuff about are listed below but I dont know if there is a definite pecking order in terms of SQ. I listen to mostly Jazz, Vocals some classical bit not a lot. My power amp is a CJ Premiere 12 monblock (and soon NAD M23 for a summer amp). My speakers are of my own 3 way design 12/5/1 drivers. You advice and thought are appreciated. Thank you.

Ayre KX-5 Twenty

Bryston BP 17 cubed

Aesthetix Calypso (Signature?)

Rogue RP9

Zest Leto.

 

 

jimbones

What sound characteristics are most important to you and what improvements are you looking for?

Clarity, timbre should be dynamic but doesn't have to lead the group as long as it does not sound constrained. good separation of instruments. I dont believe my RP7 is as clear as it could be. In its price range it is good but i am willing to spend more to get more.

You could add the Aesthetix Pallene, though not sure if its sold in Signature (yet).  Backert Labs also shows up alot in the RP7 area.