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Rogue Audio two new integrateds Great or Same old?

Rogue has recently introduced two new integrated amps. The "Sphinx" which is 100RMS and a hybrid amp with a phono stage. This sells for $1395 including a cheap looking remote. The "Pharoah" is the other and is 175RMS with phono stage, but may be all tubes Rogue is now shipping to dealers and retail is $3495. Rogue has definitely gone Egyptian!!

Has anyone heard either integrated amp?? If so, what my the Pharoah worth almost 3X more than the little brother.Seems to have few features like an I-pod input and theater bypass, etc, that jack the price at least $500. Therefore I think the price point is wrong. $2795 seems more reasonable and competitive with products like the Creek Destiny II $2795) and Krell S300i($2500) and the new Musical Fidelity IA's.... Thanks, Jimmy
sunnyjim
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Still very impressed. If you have had a chance to hear the Rogue Medusa, you will have a good idea as to the sound.
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Have never heard a bad piece from Rogue. Very good sound quality, always musical and easy on teh ear, and very good value with these products in general. I am impressed every time I hear Rogue amps.
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To Goldprintaudio. I have been travelling and so forgot this thread which I initiated. Can you provide what your impressions are of the sound after breaking in the unit for several months. I am especially interested in the quality of the bass, overall musicality, and high end smoothness. Also how might the Cronos Magnum compare to the Pharoah??

Also, what exactly does Rogue dealer disclaimer mean?? Thanks for your input
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Sunnyjim -

at any price, Rogue is a giant killer. You will be hard pressed to find a better piece, plus, excellent customer service!
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My Rogue dealer disclaimer is to let everyone know that I am a Rogue dealer (so of course I am biased). It's common courtesy on Audiogon to inform others if you are a dealer posting about products that you sell.

With that said, the Pharaoh is quite a great integrated. Bass is very nice and controlled. Top end is detailed, but not harsh. I have been very impressed with the Hypex amp modules that are used on this, the Sphinx and the Hydra/Medusa. Good power and sound.

Cronus gives you a little more of the tube mid-range bloom that a lot of people (including myself) like.
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