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Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21

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Posted on February 12, 2016 at 16:08:55
lonzie41
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 Hi, looking for a new amplifier. Has anybody auditioned the Rogue Stereo 100 in comparison to the Parasound Halo 21? I realize one is solid state, and one tube. Thanks.

 

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RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 12, 2016 at 18:13:29
standingstones
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 You are sort of comparing apples to oranges but here goes. The Rogue amp is $3500 as compared to $2500 for the Parasound amp. You are talking 100 watts for the Rogue and 250 watts SS for the Parasound. I have the Rogue 100 and I find it to be perfect for my setup. I swapped out the original power tubes and I am now running Genalex KT77s. I think this ideal.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 12, 2016 at 19:23:14
Mendel
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 Yes substituting out the Russian KT120 was a good move. That's the beauty of the Rogue, it accepts numourous output tube types and allows you to change imput and driver tubes. You can make it sound pretty much how you want from rich and tubey to fast and detailed. You can't change the Pass so you better like it cause you are stuck with it.
I would do some serious listening to find the sound you like.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 11:23:38
Mick Wolfe
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 What speakers/pre-amp are you using? In regard to those 2 amps, I've only heard the Rogue Stereo 100. A superb amp to my ear.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 12:11:50
fantja
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 Welcome! lonzie41

what is the other gear in your system, including cables/power cords?

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 15:09:52
lonzie41
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 Hi; Sony XA-777ES SACD player, Audio Research SP-17 preamp, McCormack DNA-225 amp, Vandersteen 3A Signature speakers with Vandersteen 2WQ subwoofers. Gonna sell the McCormack.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 15:19:51
fantja
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 Very nice system- Lonzie

how do you like your Sony ES SACD player?

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 15:43:24
lonzie41
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 Had it since 2003, tank like construction, quiet and smooth cd drawer, sounds good. Guess I like it !!!

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 15:45:02
The Rube
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 I'll chime in. I am well familiar with the Rogue Stereo 100. Top to bottom it is exceptional. I'd be hard pressed to name something it doesn't do well.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 15:48:44
lonzie41
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 Thanks, leaning that way.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 16:21:21
bigmoose
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 For what it's worth, I'd suggest thinking about replacing your Sony first. Digit processing has advanced a great deal in the time you've had it.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 16:26:14
Mick Wolfe
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 Going from a McCormack to a Parasound sounds like a bit of a sideways move. Both good products for sure, but aren't they in essentially the same price and power range? Which sounds the best would depend on one's personal preference I would think. In regard to the Rogue, the only question would be if it plays the 3A's to your satisfaction in regard to dynamics and volume. To me it's the most intriguing of the bunch, but I'm into tubes. Either way, an audition would be in order as there's no way of predicting the Rogue/Vandersteen synergy as to your taste.

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 18:51:18
DanS
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Location: EL PASO, TEXAS
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 Hi!
Which output tubes can be substituted in the Rogue st100/Cronus amplifiers?
EL34's, KT66's, KT77's, KT88's, KT 120's?
Would the bias settings be different for ech kind of tube?
Thanks,
Dan

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 13, 2016 at 20:08:46
Mendel
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 Dan, you can use all the tubes you mentioned and 6L6GC and KT 90 (even EL37 if you can find some).
If the Stereo 100 is the same as my Stereo 90, you bias KT88, KT90 and KT120 at 35ma on the built in meter (which is actually 40ma according to the manual).
The others should be biased lower at around 30ma on the meter.
This is what Mark told me for the Stereo 90, you might want to double check with him for the Stereo 100.
Lonzie, I use a SP 14 with my Stereo 90. Audio Research and Rogue make a great combo.
Enjoy the roll!

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 14, 2016 at 16:15:17
DanS
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 Thanks Mendel.
I used to have a ST-100 but I sold it to try a different amp. I regret selling it. I really like the sound of an amp with EL34's tubes.

I am going to try get ST 90 or a Cronus amp preferably a used one.

Thanks again for your response.
Dan

 

RE: Rogue Audio Stereo 100 vs. Parasound Halo 21, posted on February 19, 2016 at 12:19:12
2sixR
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 fyi, just noticed a ST100 just posted on A'gon for a good price... thought I'd give a heads up to anyone interested... no affiliation.
2sixR

 

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