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Class D Technology

So I get the obvious strengths of Class D. Efficiency, power output & running cool which allows for small form factors. I also understand the weaknesses somewhat. 1. Non-linear & lots of distortion that needs to be cleaned up with an output filter. 
So my question is, if it weren't for efficiency & power, would there be any reason to own a Class D amp? Do they beat Class A in any other categories that count for sound quality?  
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mr_m
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nferre66. Try some vintage NOS Mullard  12au7 tubes in the preamp stage of the Pharaoh. Also a quality inexpensive power cord such as the Harmonic Technologies AC-11. You will be amazed....
mr_m
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I have a Rogue Pharaoh. It sonically destroyed  a Macintosh C-45 pre and MC-402 power, SS. 11k worth of Mac gear. In listening comparisons, I thought the Rogue went toe-to-toe with ARC integrated.
mr_m
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atmosphere,


You could use your assessment of Class D with just about any class of amplifier. I'm not questioning the fact that their are better sounding amps out there. The "fact" is the new breed of class D amps can offer very good sound for the buck, and gives a lot of music lovers a chance for that good sound. Many amp manufactures use the Hypex modules with excellent results while making their amps affordable. Just my opinion, but all you guys out there claiming audible switching noise are a little misguided. I own a class D integrated amp and it plays the music pure and simple. Cheers.........


mr_m
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Yet you, Mr. Designer, dismiss Class D as nothing more than midfi.......
mr_m
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Atmasphere


Yes, I have read this thread in its entirety. You could not have made it anymore clear. Go back to the beginning of this thread and read your own post. Not a false statement.

mr_m
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+1, erik_squires.....
mr_m
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mitch2

Isn't the term "musicality" subjective??? Meaning not everyone will hear it the way you do......
mr_m
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I haven't auditioned all the better class D amps out there. Just wondered if Rogue's version of class D is competitive with those better class D amps?
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