RC1090 vs Aragon 28K
The 28K's thd is 0.040% against the RC1090's 0.004%, its input sensitivity 0.1V RMS against 0.0V RMS, and its input impedance 10Ω against 47000Ω. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB).
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The Rotel RC-1090 is a high-end stereo control preamplifier designed for two-channel music reproduction, featuring a custom toroidal transformer, ultra-fast T-Network capacitors, symmetrical circuit layout for precise imaging, and rigorous component selection including metal foil resistors and premium capacitors. It offers eight analog inputs including low-noise high-overload MM/MC phono stage and balanced XLR input, separate listen/record selectors, balanced XLR and RCA outputs, programmable remote control, RS-232 interface, two 12V trigger outputs, two switched AC outlets, detachable AC cord, and central information display. Manufactured 2001-2005, it provides exceptional performance with low distortion and high current reserves for difficult loads.
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The 28K's thd is 0.040% against the RC1090's 0.004%, its input sensitivity 0.1V RMS against 0.0V RMS, and its input impedance 10Ω against 47000Ω. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB).
The RLD-1's thd is 0.100% against the RC1090's 0.004% and its output voltage 3.5V RMS against 1.0V RMS. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB) and output impedance (100Ω).
The RSP-1's thd is 0.010% against the RC1090's 0.004% and its mc gain 60 dB against 70 dB. Both share signal-to-noise (100 dB) and output impedance (100Ω).
The 114's signal-to-noise is 98 dB against the RC1090's 100 dB, its thd 0.020% against 0.004%, its mc gain 55 dB against 70 dB, and its output impedance 220Ω against 100Ω.
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