Otherwise I don't see any technical issues that would arise with the RP-5. I have no particular knowledge of its sonics, though.
Hal, thanks very much for the nice words.
Regards,
-- Al
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My problem:
My preamp puts out 30db of gain and the output impedance is 1.2K ohms. My power amp input impedance is 22K ohms. I can only use 1/4th of the volume controls (9 o'clock) and it is too loud after that point. What would be the ideal output impedance for the preamp to mate well with the power amp? Components in question are an Audible Illusions Modulus 3B and an Odyssey Stratos Extreme+++. I would like to use more of the volume range and am open to a different pre.
The RP-5's nominal output impedance of 500 ohms doesn't quite meet the guideline I suggested, and I couldn't find any measurements indicating how high that number may become over the audible frequency range. So you might want to contact Rogue and ask them what its output impedance is at 20 Hz, and if they would recommend it for use with a power amp having an input impedance of 22K. Otherwise I don't see any technical issues that would arise with the RP-5. I have no particular knowledge of its sonics, though. Hal, thanks very much for the nice words. Regards, -- Al |
My problem:All to common, no need for a preamp with gain, try one of these for $49 and don't look back. And you can sent it back, if you wish, I doubt you will. http://schiit.com/products/sys A Quote from the master Nelson PassCheers George |
George..... Thanks but not interested. I need a full function pre with remote at least 3 line inputs a tape loop and input for my turntable. The rogue RP-5 seems to fill the bill, plus it’s tubes. I have always had a tube preamp in my system and like the sound combined with the solid state amp. I listen to mostly rock and it works out well for me. |