Power Amp upgrade for my Rotel/B&W System?

[gwsbarry]

I have been a trawler of this forum for a long while, and hours of internet research usually stems from What Hi-Fi.

My system currently stands at:

Rega RP1 (only source)

Rotel RA-02

B&W 602 s3

I am updating my cables to Chords (from CA cheapo's).

So basically, I was thinking that perhaps a dedicated Power-Amp would increase the sound quality of my system. I would use my current intergrated as a Pre-Amp until funds allowed for a dedicated Pre.

Is this the right thinking? Or should I focus my cash on a newer intergrated amp?

Any input is appreciated.

 

[matt49]

I have been a trawler of this forum for a long while, and hours of internet research usually stems from What Hi-Fi.

My system currently stands at:

Rega RP1 (only source)

Rotel RA-02

B&W 602 s3

I am updating my cables to Chords (from CA cheapo's).

So basically, I was thinking that perhaps a dedicated Power-Amp would increase the sound quality of my system. I would use my current intergrated as a Pre-Amp until funds allowed for a dedicated Pre.

Is this the right thinking? Or should I focus my cash on a newer intergrated amp?

Any input is appreciated.

welcome to the forum.

A lot will depend on your budget. My feeling is that it's better to upgrade less often but in larger increments. That also gives you lots of time to listen to kit in the meantime. Assuming you can resist the urge to scratch the upgrade itch for that long ...

Sorry if that hasn't really answered your specific question.

 

[Dougal1331]

Hi,

I have the same amp as you- I use an RB03 to biamp. That is the one you want, but sadly I haven't seen one for sale in quite a long time...

 

[gwsbarry]

Thanks for the input guys,

Dougal - is the RB03 a newer version of the RB1080? I have to admit i am a real sucker for the RB1080's aesthetic.

I guess hours more search will have to implimented!

 

[Dougal1331]

A 1080 would do the job nicely to be honest.

I would think the input sensitivity would be the same as the rb03, so you could use either...

 

[stevebrock]

Have you thought about the Rega Performance pack for your turntable?

If vinyl is going to be your only source then maybe upgrade that first?

 

[gwsbarry]

ok thank you for the input, i will have to keep my eyes peeled for either amp.

in terms of bi-amp'ing i dont claim to know alot - however am i better using the int. amp to run the tweeters, and the power amp to run the woofers, or should i do one amp per speaker?

also i am going to get the RP1 performance pack, however i wanted the base model so i could notice an appreciable difference in the two. ill be looking to upgrade that element in around a months time.