Parasound JC-1 and Rotel RB-1090: Similar sound?


Hello,
This thread is for those who have owned both the Parasound Halo JC-1's, and the Rotel RB-1090 power amps, or those who have compared them to one another.
I own the JC-1's, so I am familiar with their sonics, but I have never heard the Rotel.
I have basically decided to purchase a Rotel RB-1090 for my secondary system that I am putting together in my basement.
I know that the JC-1's are probably considerably better than the Rotel RB-1090, sonically.
But, I was just curious about something:
Are the sonic signatures of these amps somewhat similar as far as voicing and balance goes?
In what ways are they sonically similar?
In what ways are they sonically different?
Thanks for your help and opinions.
audio_girl

Showing 1 response by bizango1

I have both JC-1's and RB-1090 and I've been switching between the two (3). I really like the Rotel and will keep it for a long time. It rocks better than the Parasound but is lacking detail and depth and all those audiophile things. It does seem to have a larger soundstage than the JC-1's and stronger bass-it's rowdier and less refined but if your basement is for partying the RB-1090 could be perfect. Get a handtruck.