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Benchmark / Anthem / Rogue

I have an opportunity to purchase (new) one of these 3 preamps at a solid discount.   I’m looking to see who has had hands-on experience with one or more of them, and your input & feedback on each.   All commentary welcome.   Thank you.  
— Benchmark LA4
— Anthem STR
— Rogue Audio RP5

Thanks,
Jim
jhajeski

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avanti1960
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Rogue Audio RP 5.  
Heard it extensively, owned several Rogue products.  very open, smooth unfatiguing sound.  Pair it with a nice solid state amp.  
It is the only one on your list I could be happy with.  

avanti1960
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The RP-1 has very low comparitive gain- (7db)
The RP-5 has 10db.  
My personal choice was the Rogue RH-5 headphone amp line stage.
Phono stage optional but XLR in and out and the gain is selectable,
3, 12 or 16 which makes it match with more power amps.  


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