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Rogue Perseus Magnum vs. ModWright SWL 9.0SE Sig

I have a Rogue Perseus that I recently had upgraded to Magnum, putting it near the same price as the SWL. The upgrade was an amazing improvement and I highly recommend it to Rogue fans. I haven't heard anything better, which leads me to my point. Has anyone compared the Perseus to the 9.0SE?

I'd definitely want the newer 9.0SE with the internal tube-rectified power supply and upgraded caps, etc. I'm intrigued because the 9.0SE gets so many reviews about how it's the best thing under $5k, while the Rogue is so rarely reviewed. I plan to do some listening and maybe auditioning at home from a local dealer, but I thought I'd throw it out there. Any input is appreciated.
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daveed_tx OP
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Thanks! I do like the Rogue, especially after upgrade. Haven't heard the 99, but people on here seem to like the Perseus much more. Works well with my Quad 909 SS power amp to push Dynaudio Audience 52SE monitors into a 15x25ft room with a REL sub. Airy, detailed. Clear crisp highs. Great bass and mids. Very nice, but I haven't heard others in it's class to compare. I just know that it does what I want.

The Modwright seems like a lateral move, but I'll audition it and see. Some wife-oriented living room changes are causing me to look at small footprints and the Rouge is very large. The Modwright LS 36.5 really intrigues me and will likely be a front-runner when I decide to upgrade.
daveed_tx OP
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Hi Bahorn, the Perseus with the Magnum update is SO much quieter. I too had a hum, but all the time. Never use the HT bypass. It seems to get better every week. Can't wait to hear your impressions! Until we can get the Modwright LS 36.5 or the Rogue Athena or Hera :)
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