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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 

thegreenline
iovi66
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sorry to interrupt thread... just have to say

@audphile1 

Amen!

nicely handled, nicely said

taking the opportunity here to thank you for your posts, I always find them practical, insightful and useful. 

please don't let combative individuals like this keep you from posting

 

 

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audphile1
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@iovi66 thank you! 

thegreenline OP
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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

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@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!

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