How do the two brands compare to each other? I'm looking at audiogon and ebay and the pricing appear to be fairly similiar. If we compare the Rotel RB-1080 to the Parasound 2250 or the Halo A51 how do each stack up against each other? I also posted this in the Rotel subforum but I thought I'd also get some responses from those with the Parasound equipment and why they chose Parasound instead of Rotel
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It's a combination of features, costmetics, and where you're located. Rotel is possibly less expensive to customers in the Eurpoean Union, since it's an EU make (Made in the UK). Likewise, Parasound is an American brand.
I have owned both Parasound and Rotel equipment. They're both very good. Parasound Halo is definitely more "luxorious" (it looks better)...
Rotel now has digital amps (based on the Danish Bang et Olufsen ASP module). I think Parasound has some catching up to do in this area... I'm tempted to suggest that you should go with a digital amp and Rotel for this very reason...
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I started out with a Rotel RMB-1095. It was a great amp and built like a tank. However, I switched to the Parasound A51 after auditioning it in my home. I find it quite a step up from the Rotel. Much tighter/stronger bass as well as more dynamic then the Rotel. But they are both great amps IMHO.Mitch
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Funny, I bought my Halo A51 after auditioning the latest Rotel digital amps. I don't like the fact that the Rotel doesn't have balanced inputs/outputs. I found the A51 had a more transparent top end and more liquid midrange.Comment
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That's a good point! You're definitely right about the XLRs. XLRs are a MUST when it comes to longer runs for the subwoofers or amps placed next to the speakers.Originally posted by nbourbaki
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I thought that Rotel and Parasound had similar sounds and my final choice came down to those two. I selected my Parasound 2205 and 1500 because I got a good used deal on them. You'll probably be happy with either brand.Comment
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Hey, infiniti, I don't know if I've seen you around here before, so here's a welcoming banana: :banana:
I just bought an Infiniti QX56 myself, for my wife.
CHRIS
Well, we're safe for now. Thank goodness we're in a bowling alley.
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I think I get a lot of bang for the buck from my two rotel amps. I also bought a parasound a few years ago when I think they made better amps. I'm looking for a good 2 or 3 channel amp preferably for around $2k with some slack. I posted in the general section (I'll remove it if this is an issue)... -
Hi all. Brand new to the board and was excited to see a Rotel section.
I have recently upgraded most of Paradigm speaker set-up to the Reference line with Studio 60s and Studio CC. Still running the Paradigm PDR-12 and Atoms in the rear. All powered w/ Marantz SR 7200.
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Hi, a first-timer here!
It seems there are more B&W's hooked up to Rotels than
other speaker brands or at least a favorite.
I would be interested to know how
Rotel amps ; i.e. RB-1080, RMB-1075, and RB-1070 handle
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Just curious, I couldnt find the amperage specs on the rotel website....
Do any of you guys know how much current is generated by these Rotel amps?
-1050
-1070
-1080
-1090
-1075
-1095
Thanks!
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Does anyone know of Rotel amps (RMB1075) is is a good match with Boston Acoustics speakers.
Greetings
Stefan
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