Is it worth it to make a switch from 1068 to 1098 ? Any advice would much appreciated.
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Last edited by tech_table; 23 January 2006, 06:33 Monday. -
My best advice is to keep the one that sounds better. If you have the extra cash and it makes a difference in your system, go for it. the rsp1068 is nice but the 98 is flagship -
Well, for some reason, I like the sound of the 1068, and the use of its front panel, but front of 1098 got a killer look. Also, I may, stick with the 1068, and invest in speaker cable and a set of interconnect cable for listening to music, I like the bypass mode in 1068 than the 1098.Comment
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I concur, you should take a listen for yourself and make that determination. Perhaps you should consider upgrading your amp(s) instead of considering the 1098, esp if you don't need the LCD also the modules are not currently upgradeable. Just my $0.02.
Good luck on your decision,
AzekeComment
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I would hold off until Rotel release the replacement for the 1098, which should be some time this year.
I really do not that the differences between the two would be strong enough to replace the 68 with the 98 at present.
FishComment
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Hi Tech,
it depends on the speakers and the amps. I would say that the difference between 1068 and 1098 isn't that big, but an upgrade in speakers or/and amp would probably bring more effect for your soundstage.
Before the replacement of the 1098 isn't out, I wouldn't upgrade your processor. When it comes out and you do not like the new one ore do not need the extra features, than you can get a big discount on the 1098. That's what I did, when decided between 1055 and 1056 one and half a year ago.
No need to hurry, with such a nice processor like the 1068.
Ciaó lmibLast edited by lmib; 08 February 2006, 02:07 Wednesday.lmibComment
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Well, I did test both 1068/1098 last night, just borrowed the 1098 from the local dealer on Saturday, got them both side by side, both using the same 1095 that I got, same vol, song and setting, the only different between them, that I know, is the 1068 got a little more bass and a little louder, than the 1098. Other than that, I think the look of the 1098 suck me in. I think, I should stay with 1068. Thanks so much for the suggestions guys.
Tech Table,Comment
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1098 has killer look I doubt itComment
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well, not the 1098 anymore. For now, I just throw the money toward speaker cables & interconnect cables = $2800 last week, plus got to get me either a Velodyne DD-15 $3000 or DD-18 $4000 subwoofer sometime this week too. Damn what an insane hobbie $$$$. lol.... 8O 8)
PS: lvhung, Which part of Vietnam are you in ???Comment
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I was wondering if anyone has been able to compare the 1068 and 1098 pre-processors? Other than the display screen on the 1098 and the additional inputs/outputs, is there much of an audible difference between the two units? Also, how does the 1098 compare to Anthem's AVM20 or AVM30 models?
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According to stereojeff in avsforum, an auto EQ upgrade is planned for the Sherwood 965/865 series.
http://www.avsforum.com/avs-vb/showt...hreadid=424184
Interesting thing is that the code is not done by Sherwood but by Cirrus Logic, the chips maker of CS49400... -
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I've heard some rumors about an external picture box for 1068 and 1098. It supports HDMI/DVi and so on (after what I've heard). Are there anyone that has any detailed or more detailed information about this box? 8) Can It convert from Component to HDMI and so on?
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It's time to upgrade from my trusted old Denon 3803 which I have been using as a prepro,The rest of my system consists of an ATI 1807 amp 180 wattsx7,a Denon 2200 dvd player.Sony 400 disc cd player.Paradigm Studio 100v2 fronts studio cc center and adp470 surrounds and 2 M&K V760 subs.I have the... -
In feb I had a chance of comparing side by side the rsp 1098 with the rsp 1066. at the time, I was thinking about upgrading from the 1066 to the 1098. the rsp 1098 was a loaner from my rotel dealer. I had the 1098 for one week. Although the 1066 is a wonderful unit, for my usage, ultimately, it was...
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