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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    Your explanation is really reasonable. I don't know the answer until for A/B test. Below is Mr Reuben of Roksan's advice to me in red: M1 integrated amp drive HF, M1 mono blocks drive LF (bi-amp) I would use this arrangement as it offers more control and will improve imaging and clarity. The...
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    No. someone advises a dedicated preamp is design for the mono block / power amp traditionally. Besides, someone says the integrated amp is 85 watts and mono block is 100watts, there is some mismatch of sound.
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    Are there any advice please?
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    It seems that you are accustomed to the sound of Roksan.
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    M1 CDP's vocal is real, separation and density is better than K2. K2 CDP is more clear, transparent and spacious.
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    Hi, How do you describe the sound of your Roksan M1 pre and mono. Are they drive B&W 805 Signature well?
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    WinterRacer, Thank you for your advice. Since I bought M1 integrated amp before adding a pair of M1 mono blocks. Now, although I found the M1 integrated amp bi-amp with M1 mono blocks is better than M1 integrated pre-out to M1 mono blocks. I am still not sure whether M1 pure pre-amp to M1 mono...
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    I think it is definitely true in this situation.
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    Are you currently bi-amping your speakers? > Yes Do you find using the integrated to drive the tweeters sounds better than using just the mono-blocs (I.e., using just the Pre section of the integrated)? > Yes I am also doubtful if there is much benefit from switching the integrated for a Pre...
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    Replacing the M1 integrated amp by the M1 preamp?

    My existing system are Roksan Kandy K2 CDP, Caspian M1 Integrated Amp, M1 mono blocks and Roksan FR-5 loudspeakers. My original setup is M1 integrated amp pre-out to M1 mono blocks. Roksan recommends M1 integrated amp bi-amp with the M1 mono blocks. This arrangement offers more control...
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    Roksan Caspian mono block

    Roksan's Reuben also suggest bi-amping. Just wonder a delicate Caspian M1 preampifier is more refine and detail ?
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    Roksan Caspian mono block

    I got my Roskan caspian Mono blocks two weeks ago. Do I need to swap in a Caspian M1 preampifier with my Caspian M1 integrated amp?
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    Roksan Caspian mono block

    The selling price of £1400 is good. BTW, what speakers were driving? I Just order a pair of Roksan Caspian monoblock and am so excited of expecting them. I will try bi-amp with integrated driving HF and mono driving LF / mono driving both LR speakers.
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    Roksan Caspian mono block

    Is it a good bargan $900 for a pair of Roksan Caspian monoblock? In super mint condition. Not a single scratch or mark on the units.
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    Roksan Caspian mono block

    What preamp was used? My Roksan M1 integrated amp will be used as preamp.