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Why Power Cables Affect Sound
For what little my opinion is worth, I think the cable mania is largely nonsense. But it does make sense that really cheap cables degrade sound so one ought to at least get a decent cable. As audio enthusiasts we all like gadgetry. Many of the top... 
Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99
I agree with his statement that it sounds almost the same as the RP-1; I didn't hear a difference. The RP-5 has features I didn't need and cost a lot more. For that matter I could have done well with the Hydra instead of the Medusa. I guess I have... 
Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99
I answered you via e-mail. I forgot to mention that Rogue has a really nice headphone amp, the RH-5,  that some use as their system pre-amp. My dealer recommends using it that way, especially if you are into headphones. I think it is Stereophile C... 
Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99
Mine has Amperex tubes and I guess I should see what Rogue recommends. There are some Mullard "reissues" out there that are made in Russia; good? I will follow your advice and get a pair as this only takes two tubes. I am getting some noticeable s... 
Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99
The RP 1 is really amazing. I listen to mostly classical music and the lower notes are really crisp and tight. On many of the period instrument performances one gets a real sense of the often scrappy sounds they make that I never heard before. The... 
Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99
After much deliberation I ordered an RP 1. The RP 5 is great but has a lot of features I will never use. Word on the street is that the 1 gets about 85-90% the sound of the other. Both are very well matched to the hybrid Medusa. I could have gone ... 
Rogue RP 1 or Super Magnum 99
Yes, I have the phono section. To complicate matters further I found a new Metis Magnum that would be a compromise in that it has more traditional sound. It is strange with the tubes protruding in a cage but a highly regarded unit. Given that the ... 
Alternatives to Rogue Stereo 100
I think the Stereo 100 is a superb amplifier and it sounds marvelous with their matching preamp. I elected to get the Rogue integrated Medusa which sounds wonderful and is convenient. They make a less powerful Hydra version you may look into. Rogu...