I just put in an order today for a BHK Signature preamp. I used to have an RP-7 and I thought it lost out in terms of neutrality, bass power and transient attack compared to the Pass XP-22 that replaced it. As much as I like the Pass, I’ve also come to feel that it’s missing the visceral impact that Jim Austin credits to the BHK in his comparison to the Pass. I think the Pass may be a bit reticent in the upper bass and lower midrange, a critical area that has to be right. So now I’ve decided to give tubes a shot again. The BHK measures better than the Rogue. All of the glowing reviews and Bascom’s videos have convinced me that I need to check it out. I also have a PS Audio DS DAC and P20 regenerator that I’ve been very happy with, so I feel like this is a good move. I’ve also been on sort of a quest to reduce or eliminate engineered global feedback, since I think that’s important for my time and phase accurate Vandersteens.
Considering Rogue Audio or P.S. Audio
Currently have Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum Integrated and want separates. I'm running them into Spatial Audio M3 Turbo S speakers at 4 ohms. Considering the Rogue Stereo 100 and RP5 or RP7. Also looking at P.S. Audio BHK Signature pre- and BHK amp. I am aware the BHKs are more expensive but would like feedback on this comparison and if you have any other ideas (no shortage here I'm sure).