Rogue Audio Cronus Dark
Rogue Audio Cronus Dark
Rogue Audio Cronus Dark

$4,495.00

Pure-Tube Integrated Amplifier

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Product Description

The Rogue Audio Cronus Dark version of its Magnum pure-tube integrated amp boasts 25% more capacitance in the power supply, upgraded signal tubes, upgraded OP Amps in the phono stage, and much more.

An Impressive Upgrade Of An Already Over-The-Top Tube Amp
For 20 years the Rogue Audio Cronus has been the finest integrated tube amplifier in the world in its price range. It has gone through three major upgrades and several minor upgrades. Rogue improved the sound, increased the power, and added features. But these design wizards are perfectionists, and still they wondered, was it enough?

Rogue Audio is proud to announce the new Cronus Dark. With an impressive package of upgrades, the Cronus Dark reaches a new level of refinement. Dynamics are better and the imaging defies reason for an integrated amplifier at any price point. The detail is remarkable and furthers the illusion of a live performance.

Special Dark Upgrades

Whether your sources are digital or analog, the Cronus Dark will deliver an even more realistic and immersive experience. The upgrades are substantial. They consist of 25% more capacitance in the power supply, upgraded signal tubes, upgraded OP Amps in the phono stage, upgraded binding posts, and upgraded caps and resistors in numerous key locations.

Rogue Audio is leaving us somewhat in the dark as far as specifics regarding some of these upgraded Dark components. But ask yourself, does a master chef reveal every ingredient of a top-end culinary masterpiece? The results are what’s important. Trust Rogue Audio to follow the tradition of its other over-the-top Dark Version components and deliver absolutely outstanding performance that will take your breath away.

Pure Tube Design
The Cronus Dark outperforms other integrated amps costing many times more. The pure tube design provides a smooth, almost liquid sound that has made this amp a reviewer favorite. With circuitry borrowed from Rogue Audio’s most advanced amplifier designs, the Cronus Dark’s 100WPC power delivery effortlessly reproduces even the most demanding musical passages.

A Triode / Ultralinear switch allows for on-the-fly switching between Ultralinear operation and pure triode. Ultralinear offers the most power and a commanding grip on the bass, while triode provides a slightly softer and more romantic sound.

The Cronus Dark uses a triode preamplifier coupled to Rogue Audio’s excellent Atlas Magnum power amplifier. A large oversized linear power supply stores tremendous energy for low frequency response and dynamic headroom. The tube circuitry is cutting edge with short signal paths exacted in a low noise design. Finally, precision components are used to provide the transparency and air that are so critical to accurate musical reproduction.

Extraordinary Phono Stage
For vinyl enthusiasts, the phono section excels with both MM and MC cartridges. Two gain settings provide for 45dB and 60dB of gain so you can now use either high or low output cartridges. The phono also has five individual load settings so you can fine tune the phono for optimal results.

Additionally, the line stage has an amazingly low noise floor for a completely black background for your listening.

Premium Headphone Circuit
The premium headphone circuit is based around MOSFET buffers capable of massive current sourcing. The design is basically a simplified single ended version of Rogue Audio’s RH-5 headphone amplifier and puts out enough power to drive the most difficult headphones for clean crisp personal audio.

General Features: 

– 250 WPC/8 ohms 400 WPC/4 ohms
– Pure tube mu-follower preamplifier
– Slow-start automated logical turn-on 
– Matched 12AU7 preamplifier tubes
– Green design with extremely low power consumption
– Standby 10W, Full power 1065W
– Damping factor > 1000
– Three pairs of line level inputs
– One pair phono inputs, mm/mc with 40/60 dB gain
– One pair balanced XLR inputs
– Adjustable phono loading (custom values available)
– Tube driven 1/4″ headphone jack
– Massive high storage linear power supplies
– Mundorf EVO oil coupling capsw
– Precision components throughout
– 39 pounds/45 pounds shipping weight
– 18.25″ wide x 18″ deep (incl. posts and knobs) 6.5″ high
– Fully tested, burned-in, and auditioned
– Detachable IEC power cord
– Power requirements 120/240V – 50/60Hz
– Entirely designed and hand built in the USA
– 3 year limited warranty (6 months on tubes)

Brand

Rogue Audio

Experience next-level performance with Rogue Audio electronics. A clear signal path and clean power supply make up the foundation of their high-end designs. All their products are crafted using tube circuit topology and expert circuit layouts to deliver the ultimate sound fidelity. Despite their affordability, these aren't mass-produced products. Instead, each is hand-assembled and tested by trained technicians and engineers. Though a great value purchase, their sophisticated finishes make them the perfect fit for high-end applications.

Vacuum tube amplifiers are the company's specialty. Each Rogue amplifier employs a corrosion and scratch-resistant chassis and aluminum faceplates for stellar quality and appearance. Not only does the company use ultra-high tolerance components, but two–ounce copper circuit boards and silver-plated switches differentiate them from the rest.

These amplifiers are built to last no matter how hard you push–all while remaining affordable and boasting terrific warranties. The goal at Rogue Audio is to be the go-to for established audiophiles and those just getting into the hi-fi lifestyle. A great example is the new Stereo 100 Dark amplifier. It builds on the award-winning Stereo 100 with upgraded coupling capacitors, binding posts and RCA jacks for 100 watts of pure power that never sacrifices precision.

As a nationally recognized leader in the field of high-end audio and home theater, Overture is a proud dealer of Rogue Audio components, selling customers the best components from Rogue Audio in Sales Tax Free Delaware. Interested in purchasing a new Rogue Audio amplifier or preamplifier? You can trade-in any component towards a Rogue Audio component by filling Overture's Trade-In Form.

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