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Jeff Rowland 501s and PC1s

I installed the PC1s with my 2 Yr. old 501s and am very happy with the improvement. Sound stage is wider, taller and deeper. Image is more pronounced with increased detail.

As for value, $3200 for the PC1s on top of $6700 for the 501s is alot of money. A lot of very good amps at this price piont.

For me, Rowland equipment has a very natural, uncolored sound that I have found compatable with all my other equipment over many years.

System:
Esoteric X0-1 Limited
JRDG Concerto Pre
JRDG 501s
JRDG PC-1s
B&W 802Ds
Cardas Golden Reference, all cords, cables and ICs
ASC Tube Traps
Room Dem. 13'x 15' x 9'Hi
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dcstep
1,518 posts
 
Sorry, I was wrong about Cardas, it was Nordost, now that I consult and look at some picture. Hope that helps.

Dave
clavil
254 posts
 
sorry maybe a stupid queston ...

can a power plant like premier from ps audio do the same job ad have the same positive effect than the PC1s?

thanks
dcstep
1,518 posts
 
Good question, but no Clavil, because the PS converts from AC to DC and back to AC. Rowland's PF1 only works with certain of his equipment because it converts from AC to DC and stays in the DC mode.

Dave
clavil
254 posts
 
I have now the PC- 1 at home, as I have only one piece I put it on the Capri and use a modified NBS II from it to the Capri.

The stage image is deeper, the outline of the musicians is more precise.

I wonder why Guido doesn't seem to appreciate this combination?
clavil
254 posts
 
why is the PC-1 so expansive?

with the Capri and my monos I would need 3 !!!
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