Rogue Audio RP-1 DAC use
I just added a Rogue RP-1 to my system. I use a Bluesound Vault 2 as a music server. Befor the Rogue I have been able to tell the difference in different DAC's I've had. My equipment is Emotiva XMC-1, Oppo 105, Bluesound Vault 2, AV123 strata Mini speakers and a SVS 300bp subwoofer.
I've compared the Oppo 105 to the Vault and the Oppo was definitely better, I've also compared the Vault to the XMC-1 and the XMC-1 was better.
Since installing the Rogue RP-1 they all seem to sound the same, even borrowed a Schiit Bitfrost. Again I could not hear a difference. So I have just simplified my setup and I'm just using the the RCA out from the Vault to one of the RP-1 inputs.
Just wondering if I'm doing something wrong
Thanks
I’m sorry I made a mistake. I heard no difference between the Schiit Bifrost original model and the Bluesound Vault 2 DAC. NOT the Emotiva. I did hear a difference with the Topping D90SE. I’m guessing there’s not much difference between the Bifrost and the Vault. @audphile1 thanks for the input about the Brimar tubes from upscale audio, got my Rega P6 from them |
@thegreenline I really enjoyed the RP1 when I had it. It responded to tube rolling, cable changes, power cords. On top of it all I used the inbuilt phono amp and it kicked butt. It took a Sutherland KC Vibe MkII to beat that phono section. It’s an insane value the RP1. Enjoy it! |
Sorry I ment to post this earlier. I was actually using an older RCA cable I had laying around for the DACs I was trying to the RP-1(I had a new BlueJean cable on the way). So I swapped out the cables from my phono amp to the RP-1. OK now I can hear a difference. Then got a GREAT deal on a Topping D90SE which I am now using. Later I took a pair of cable cutters to the older RCA cables, one of the cables was pretty corroded. That is 2nd time I’ve had an issue with cheap cables. I guess if for no other reason you should use good cables for build quality peace of mind. Once again sorry for the late post and thanks to everyone for their responses. I’ve been into this hobby for awhile but now with the kids gone and close to retirement I’m getting a dedicated room. Not as big as the shared family room where everyone leaves their crap and my wife does her quilting (not to say her quilting is crap, but just in case she sees this post, doubtful but..). 15 and a half feet by 12 and a half feet vs. the old family room which was 25 by 20 feet. |
