RP3 vs Linear Tube Audio MicroZOTL Level 3
The MicroZOTL Level 3's power @ 8ω is 0.58W against the RP3's 1W, its thd 0.200% against 0.100%, and its output impedance 50Ω against 10Ω. Both share class (A).
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The Rogue Audio RP-3 is a fully balanced tube preamplifier that combines tube warmth with exceptional detail, transparency, and musicality. Built on the RP-X platform, it employs a pure Class A tube amplification with MOSFET output buffering for low output impedance and high drive capability. Key features include two 12AU7 tube mu-follower design, ten-function remote control, defeatable OLED display, home theater bypass/unity gain inputs, processor loop, mono button, slow start sequencing, auto mute, and a high-power tube-based headphone amplifier. Connectivity comprises two pairs of balanced XLR inputs, three pairs of RCA line-level inputs, one pair of balanced XLR outputs, two pairs of RCA variable outputs, and one pair of RCA fixed outputs. It is handcrafted in the USA with a 3-year warranty (6 months on tubes).
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The MicroZOTL Level 3's power @ 8ω is 0.58W against the RP3's 1W, its thd 0.200% against 0.100%, and its output impedance 50Ω against 10Ω. Both share class (A).
The Pharaoh's power @ 8ω is 185W against the RP3's 1W. Both share thd (0.100%), output voltage (1.0V RMS), and input sensitivity (1.0V RMS).
The Hera II's output impedance is 120Ω against the RP3's 10Ω. Both share power @ 8ω (1W), thd (0.100%), and output voltage (1.0V RMS).
The 9084D MKII's power @ 8ω is 28W against the RP3's 1W, its thd 2.000% against 0.100%, and its output impedance 4Ω against 10Ω. Both share output voltage (1.0V RMS).
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