I need impedance help. Rogue RH-5 to Solid State Amp.


I do not understand impedance, but I usually use the 1:10 rule when making a pairing. That has helped me get by in my ignorance.

I am in a situation where it’s a little more complicated. I can’t find much information on the output impedance of the RH-5. It seems like everything I read is about the headphone amplifier output rather than the pre-outs. It also complicates matters with the 3 Gain settings. Maybe that makes no difference?

I am currently using a Cambridge with an input impedance of 33k ohms or a Denafrips at 22k ohms, but I’d love to get an idea of what I’m actually looking for. Although my main amp is a good match with it being a tube amp made by Rogue, I want to find a good solid state amp to have nearby.

I read somewhere that the balanced outputs have a different impedance than the unbalanced.

So, what should I be looking for impedance wise. And does the gain settings change anything? Should I avoid the balanced outputs with a wrong amp pairing?

Thanks to anyone willing to help.

Nick

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Showing 2 responses by avanti1960

I had this preamp and it is super clear and has amazing drive and dynamics.  Specs schmecs.  

my amp at the time had 23k input impedance and sounded fantastic.  

what amps are you considering?   

@nickrobotron 

In that range check out the BelCanto e.One REF501S.  

Balanced connections, 95Kohm impedance but more importantly an ultra smooth midrange and treble that will go together with the RH-5.  The RH-5 is dead on neutral and sounds best with a smoother amplifier.    

I have the Parasound a21+ with a Cary Audio tube preamp and it sounds great but  the a21+ is just a touch too neutral for the RH-5.  

 

https://www.musicdirect.com/equipment/amplification/power-amp/bel-canto-e-one-ref501s-balanced-stereo-power-amplifier/