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In Reply to: REVIEW: Jeff Rowland Model 10 Amplifier (SS) posted by Sala on December 21, 2002 at 19:03:50:
Interesting review. A couple of years ago I compared the Rowland Model 10 to several other amplifiers (in my system, driving Rockport Antares): the Pass X-350 and X-150, the Levinson 334 and 336, the Symfonia Opus 10, the Sierra Denali, and the CTC BBQ. My preamp, by the way, was (and is) the CTC Blowtorch. I found the Model 10 superior in virtually every way to the above amplifiers; including much tighter, deeper, and more natural bass. I'm therefore quite surprised that you found the Pass more neutral, with more control and grip. Then again, these things are sometimes tricky to determine, i.e. what component is doing what (as you imply with regard to cabling). In any case, I'm glad you stated your thoughts, as I believe this amp is marvelous; and a very serious step forward for Jeff Rowland, especially in terms of transparency,dynamics, and openness.
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