Jeff Rowland 2 or Classe 25 for Avalon Eclipse

Are you going to duplicate my system? I think you should buy one and see if you like it. If you don't like it you can sell it and buy another one. That's what I do and I think that is the only way to find what you like.

Well yes, I would agree with you Rrog.... And that is why I am comfortable to some extent discussing sonic differences among M7, M201, M501, Continuum 500, M302, M312, M301, M625 (original iteration), and M725... Because I have head the opportunity of either using them in my own system, or doing some live comparisons of some kind in some other systems.

As I have absolutely no experience with M2 and M5, I was hoping you would be able to enlighten me on the differences between these two devices, and the reasons for your preference for M2 over M5.

Saluti, G.

I am not a reviewer and I don't pretend to be, but I will try to explain my experience with these two amplifiers.

I compared the Model 2 and Model 5 Rowland amps with several speakers and the results were always the same. The Model 2 sounds more agile and quicker than the Model 5. The midrange is more detailed and more natural sounding. High frequencies cut through complicated high energy music with ease. In contrast the Model 5 is a little sluggish sounding by comparison. Although the Model 5 seemed to have more heft or weight at the bottom end bass was more audible at any volume setting with the Model 2. The Model 2's presentation was more to my liking with a larger more open soundstage and a relaxed sound that made you think it was a much bigger amp.

Hi Rrog, thank you for your insight! Guido

That's it? After all of that all you can say is thank you for your insight?

Well Rrog, you expressed your personal findings about two classic Rowland musical battlewagons, and I must thank you for sharing your experiences and opinions.

If you had had the opportunity of operating the two devices in identical contexts, I might have been able to venture some conjectures as to the origins of your findings.

Saluti, G.

So, are you interested in either of these amplifiers or was this a test of my ability to discern the differences in stereo equipment?

Hi Rrog, I am always interested in Rowland lore, and furthering my theoretical knowledge of those Rowland amps that I have not had the fortune of experiencing in my own system.

However, if you were specifically asking if I am considering the acquisition of M5 or M2 for my own use, my current plan is to replace my Rowland M725 monos with a pair of the new M925 monos. G.

What speakers are you using the M725 with?

Hi Rrog, my system currently consists of Esoteric X-01, Rowland Criterion, Rowland M725, and Vienna Acoustics Die Muzik.... Guido

Guido, Nice system and impressive specs on the M725. Everything from that company has been terrific.

Hi Rrog, indeed I have been more than delighted with the progressive sonic/musical advances of each Rowland amp I have owned this far... I only hope that the M925 -- which I should receive before long -- maintains the happy trend.