Rogue Audio RP-9

• Four 6H30P tube mu-follower design
• Ten function remote control
• OLED display (defeatable)
• Home Theater bypass/Unity gain inputs
• Three pairs of RCA line leve inputs
• Two pairs of fully balanced XLR inputs
• One pair of fixed outputs
• Two pairs of RCA variable outputs
• Two pairs of fully balanced XLR outputs
• Processor loop
• Mono button
• Heavy duty gold plated RCA inputs
• Tube based high power headphone amp
• Massive power supply
• Slow start turn on sequencing
• Auto mute at turn on/turn off
• Detachable IEC power cord
• Fully tested, burned in and auditioned
• 3 year limited warranty (6 months on tubes)
• Proudly hand crafted in the USA!

• Tube complement: 4 x 6H30P tubes
• Frequency response: 1Hz – 170KHz +/- 1 dB
• THD: <0.1>#br###- Gain line stage: 14 dB (20dB XLR)
• Rated output: 1V
• Maximum output: 30V
• Output impedance: <10 Ohms
• Dimensions: 18.5 ”W X 4.5 ”H X 17” D
• Weight 30 pounds
• Shipping weight 40 pounds
• Power requirements 115/230V – 50/50Hz

Excerpt from Enjoy the Music, review by Bob Grossman

  "Rogue Audio's RP-9 is the latest flagship preamplifier from the ingenious designs of the American manufacturing workshop of Mark O'Brien. Having an interest in doing this review of the new RP-9 was a simple decision as a long-time user of the Rogue RP-7. I have been using the remarkable powerhouse Rogue Apollo Dark Amps for several years as both a sonic and output upgrade to my previously owned Rogue 180 Amplifiers that were used to run Magnepan 3.6 speakers.

I replaced the Maggie 3.6 speakers with their 20.7 models several years ago and needed more powerful amps. I wondered if the increased musical experience of moving further up in the Rogue Amplifier line was going to be repeated with their new preamplifier by going from the RP-7 to the RP-9 model. However, before proceeding and hearing the RP-9, I wondered what was going on since the RP-7 has received numerous accolades, recognition, and rewards. Could designer Mark O'Brien improve upon the noteworthy RP-7 that I have been enjoying?"

Full review-

https://www.enjoythemusic.com/...

Our philosophy is simple - We will never design any amplifier that we would not purchase for ourselves.

Our amplifier designs combine the finest in tube circuit topology with meticulously engineered circuit layout to achieve superior performance. Unflagging attention to the integrity of the audio signal path and power supplies results in truly superior designs. The most discriminating audiophile will delight in the impeccable fidelity of recordings reproduced through our amplifiers. The matchless quality of Rogue amplifiers is obvious at first glance.

However, Rogue’s quality is not just skin deep. Ultra-high tolerance components, two-ounce copper circuit boards, and silver plated switches are just a few of the many features which separate Rogue products from the competition.

Our amplifiers have also been designed to be extremely reliable. Electronic components are rated far beyond their intended use, and only the highest quality components are incorporated into our designs. The rugged chassis are treated to resist scratching and corrosion and the machined aluminum faceplates are anodized to protect their appearance.

At Rogue Audio, we believe that a truly great performing amplifier should dress the part. And from the heavy aluminum faceplate and knobs to the gold connectors in the rear, Rogue amplifiers speak to the audiophile’s aesthetic sense. Our expressive appearance is the brainchild of world class industrial designers who have created a perfect unity of form and function.

The sophisticated styling and elegant lines of our amplifiers are intended to please the upscale tastes of high-end devotees. High-end amplifiers typically command stratospheric prices. Rogue Audio was founded on the belief that great amplifiers can be designed and manufactured at affordable prices.

Our amplifiers are engineered using a quality-by-design philosophy, and every one of our components is hand assembled and tested by highly skilled technicians and engineers. The confidence we have in our products is evidenced by a generous warranty that is certain to please today’s quality-conscious consumer. 

Rogue Audio Amplifiers...An Intelligent Indulgence.

The Rogue Audio Mission: At Rogue Audio we design and manufacture vacuum tube amplifiers. There is fierce competition in this market and we will only survive by delivering a superior product and superior service - we have the engineering and managerial talent to do so.

Our core competencies are electrical, mechanical and production engineering, along with an overarching passion for excellence. These skills will be used to create products that offer outstanding value in the high-end marketplace.

Rogue Audio amplifiers will always be engineered to provide the four key elements of audio value:

- superior sonics - high quality and reliability - an outstanding appearance - great value