Next model to replace 1068?

[boe]

I was curious if anyone heard any rumors. I don't know what rotels normal release cycle is or when the 1068 was released. I'm getting ready to buy a new preamp and don't want to get one only to find out there is something to replace it in just a couple of months.

Thanks

Currently narrowed down to the 1068, DTC-9.4 or the Anthem D1 if I can get a good price.

[Mark_C.]

The 1068 has been out only a year, so I don't think a newer model will be out for at least another year.

[boe]

Thanks for the info, Mark.

[boe]

I've gotten some great info here on several preamps. I think my friends will get the Rotel 1068. I'll wait until the next model so I can get it with the features available in the newcastle and integra preamps. The Newcastle P-965 was a pretty good choice but it only comes in a finish that matches no other piece of equipment - simply brilliant! The Integra DTC-9.4 is nice but they don't seem to care about supporting it since there are no firmware updates a year later - and what the heck is with the mismatched volume knob - did they have some parts left over from another line?