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Jungson JA88D vs Rogue Audio Cronus

I have an opportunity to purchase either of the following integrated amps, a Jungson JA88D Solid State with 80 watts of pure class A power or a Rogue Audio Cronus tube integrated with 55 watts. Both have excellent reviews on the net. I do not have the opportunity to compare these side by side. I will be running the amp through a pair of Totem Sttaf speakers which are not inefficient but do require some head room to get them bouncing. I also have a Jolida 100D tube output cd player. I would appreciate any comments regarding the following: Comparison of the two amps in regard to sonic characteristics and quality, ability of the Cronus to drive the Totem speakers, and the longshot question of which would be a better match for the Totem Sttafs.

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Neil
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neildont OP
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Thanks for the quick reply. This is also what I've been reading in the reviews. The one that is available to me is selling for $800.00 in mint condition and built in 2006. The Cronus is almost double that price in the same condition.
The only criticism I've read about the Jungson is that it does have a somewhat lean sound and lacks a little on the bottom end. Do you find that this is the case? Other then the terrific detail that the Totems provide, I do love the extension of the bottom end they have.
Let me know what you think?

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neildont OP
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Thanks for the advice.
It does sound like the Jungson would be a good match for what I have. I imagine the combination with the tube output of the Jolida CD player would bring a good synergy to the system.
I appreciate your comments.
Neil
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