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Posted by johnvb (A) on October 13, 2006 at 20:16:31

In Reply to: Replacement for a Rotel RSX1055 receiver - suggestions? posted by OakIris on October 13, 2006 at 12:52:01:

I also use a RSX1055, but have added separate amps for my L/C/R speakers. Using an Aragon 8008BB to drive Paradigm Studio 60s, and an Aragon 8002 to vertically passive bi-amp a Paradigm CC570 center. Like you, just using it for audio.

The Rotel is a nice sounding receiver, although it doesn't have all the bells and whistles of newer ones. Mine doesn't offer the ability to set different x-overs tothe mains vs center, etc.; I keep all set at small/80Hz. And the tuner does suck, but I use a Squeezebox for internet radio, so no big deal. If you like the Rotel sound, maybe just add extra Rotel amplification? You could ask over at the Tuner asylum about the radio question.

Seems to me the smooth, slightly rolled off sound of the Rotel amps in the receiver, also translate through the preouts, which has helped with the Aragon/Paradigm match up.

Here's a review of the 1055's replacement, take it with a grain of salt though, the reviewer complains that it doesn't drive his $10,000 ML as well as it could :) He also complained about the tuner.

• http://www.guidetohometheater.com/avreceivers/506rotel1057/   (Open in New Window)