Your Feedback on New System

kitjv
kitjv Posts: 30
edited January 2008 in 2 Channel Audio
After a few months of research & auditioning, I have identified a 2-channel system that seems to have the synergy that appeals to my jazz-listening tastes. Aside from the subjectivity of individual listening preferences, I would really appreciate your comments on anything that I might not have considered when I decided on the separates below. Since I have not opened my wallet yet, I want to be assured that I made the correct choice. Thank you.

Cambridge Audio 840c CDP
Rogue Perseus Preamp
Rotel RB-1080 power amp
Paradigm Studio 100 v.4 speakers
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  • phuz
    phuz Posts: 2,372
    edited January 2008
    Well, this is a Polk forum.

    Have you given the LSi line a spin?

    All great choices. Don't forget to budget for cables...
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  • steveinaz
    steveinaz Posts: 19,538
    edited January 2008
    Looks like a very nice system.
    Source: Bluesound Node 2i - Preamp/DAC: Benchmark DAC2 DX - Amp: Parasound Halo A21 - Speakers: MartinLogan Motion 60XTi - Shop Rig: Yamaha A-S501 Integrated - Shop Spkrs: Elac Debut 2.0 B5.2
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  • kitjv
    kitjv Posts: 30
    edited January 2008
    phuz wrote: »
    Well, this is a Polk forum.

    Have you given the LSi line a spin?

    All great choices. Don't forget to budget for cables...

    I do apologize. Since everyone has been so helpful in the past with answering my non-Polk queries, I felt that a "wrap-up" question might not be too overreaching. Thanks.
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  • venomclan
    venomclan Posts: 2,467
    edited January 2008
    Looks like a great system. As long as you have demoed this system and feel they are right for you then go for it. For jazz, I personally did not like the Paradigm stuff, only their flagship model. B&W makes an excellent jazz speaker with a laid back character. After owning a pair and demoing a lot of B&W models, I would say that they do jazz the best over any other type of music. My .02.
    Venom
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  • Shizelbs
    Shizelbs Posts: 7,433
    edited January 2008
    Haven't a thing in your system, but I'd expect it to be pretty good.
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  • Polkitup2
    Polkitup2 Posts: 1,622
    edited January 2008
    I would love to hear your review on the 840c and the Rogue Perseus, both sound like great products. Not so sure about the Studio 100's, I listened to the signature series and wasn't impressed. Make sure to listen to a lot of speakers before you buy.
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  • kitjv
    kitjv Posts: 30
    edited January 2008
    venomclan wrote: »
    Looks like a great system. As long as you have demoed this system and feel they are right for you then go for it. For jazz, I personally did not like the Paradigm stuff, only their flagship model. B&W makes an excellent jazz speaker with a laid back character. After owning a pair and demoing a lot of B&W models, I would say that they do jazz the best over any other type of music. My .02.
    Venom

    Your point is well-taken regarding the B&Ws. They are indeed more laid back & very pleasant especially with sultry vocals & after-midnight jazz. The Paradigms, however, offered more brightness which I liked with more complex instrumentals. The Rogue tube preamp seemed to smooth out some of this brightness, resulting in a nice combination.
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  • kitjv
    kitjv Posts: 30
    edited January 2008
    Polkitup2 wrote: »
    I would love to hear your review on the 840c and the Rogue Perseus, both sound like great products.

    Bear in mind that I am definitely a rookie in the realm of hi-end audio. Nevertheless, I am not stranger to good music. I auditioned the CA 840c & the Rotel RCD-1070 side-by-side. Nothing negative to say about either. The Rotel sounded a bit analytical, but not unpleasantly so. The 840c was more musical without sacrificing detail. Along with the Rogue tube preamp, the 840c seemed to make the Paradigms much more musical.

    I must admit, however, I was looking for synergy rather than conducting a stand-alone review of any of the separates.
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  • cfrizz
    cfrizz Posts: 13,415
    edited January 2008
    Congrats on putting together a fine setup!
    Marantz AV-7705 PrePro, Classé 5 channel 200wpc Amp, Oppo 103 BluRay, Rotel RCD-1072 CDP, Sony XBR-49X800E TV, Polk S60 Main Speakers, Polk ES30 Center Channel, Polk S15 Surround Speakers SVS SB12-NSD x2
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  • tom t
    tom t Posts: 543
    edited January 2008
    noe sure about the others,but the 840 is a fine piece. have one, i sounds great. good luck with the rest
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