{"product_id":"rogue-audio-rp-1-v2-stereo-tube-pre-amp","title":"Rogue Audio RP-1 v2 Stereo Tube Pre-amp","description":"\u003c!-- ======================================================\n     Rogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier — AL (bh-*) HTML\n     Two-Column Layout (Overview left \/ Specifications right)\n     Long-tail keyword used 5×: “Rogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier”\n     ====================================================== --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .bh-wrap{max-width:1100px;margin:0 auto;padding:1rem 1.25rem;line-height:1.6}\n  .bh-title{font-size:3rem;margin:.25rem 0 1rem}\n  .bh-sub{font-style:italic;margin:0 0 1.25rem}\n  .bh-grid{display:grid;gap:1.25rem}\n  @media(min-width:900px){.bh-grid{grid-template-columns:1.3fr .7fr;align-items:start}}\n  .bh-section{margin:2rem 0}\n  .bh-section h2{margin-top:0}\n  .bh-bullets{list-style:disc;padding-left:1.25rem;margin:.5rem 0 0}\n  .bh-specs{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse}\n  .bh-specs th,.bh-specs td{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;padding:.65rem;vertical-align:top}\n  .bh-specs th{width:42%;background:#f8fafc;text-align:left}\n  .bh-badge{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.2rem .6rem;margin:.15rem .3rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n  .bh-badges{margin-top:.5rem}\n  .bh-faq details{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:.5rem;padding:.75rem 1rem;margin:.5rem 0;background:#fafafa}\n  .bh-faq summary{font-weight:600;cursor:pointer}\n  .bh-note{font-size:.95rem;opacity:.9}\n  .bh-condition{display:inline-block;border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:999px;padding:.3rem .75rem;margin:.5rem 0 0;font-size:.85rem}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-wrap\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"bh-title\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eRogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-sub\"\u003ePure vacuum tube preamplifier • upgraded RP Series platform • dual 12AU7 \/ ECC82 tube complement • adjustable MM\/MC phono stage • discrete 1W high-current headphone amplifier • precision electronic volume attenuation • machined aluminum remote control • handcrafted in the USA\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eRogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e advances Rogue Audio’s award-winning RP preamplifier architecture, infusing purist vacuum tube warmth, lower residual noise floors, and wideband dynamic transparency into high-fidelity audio systems. Centered around a meticulously refined dual-12AU7 triode circuit, this second-generation preamplifier features an upgraded, user-configurable MM\/MC phono preamplifier, upgraded circuit board grounding, and a discrete high-output headphone stage. Built with a machined aluminum faceplate, high-reliability relays, and precision volume tracking, it offers expansive spatial staging, liquid harmonic richness, and seamless control over high-end power amplifiers.\n\u003cdiv class=\"bh-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"features-and-tech\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Innovations\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdvanced Dual 12AU7 Vacuum Tube Line Stage\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003cstrong\u003eRogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e utilizes two hand-tested 12AU7 (ECC82) twin-triode tubes operating in pure Class A, providing natural midrange liquidity, grain-free highs, and expansive acoustic depth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgraded High-Performance MM\/MC Phono Section\u003c\/strong\u003e — features user-adjustable gain (43 dB and 58 dB) alongside selectable cartridge loading options (30, 100, 300, 1k, and 47k Ohms), ensuring pristine analog reproduction with virtually any moving magnet or low-output moving coil cartridge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiscrete 1-Watt Headphone Amplification\u003c\/strong\u003e — includes an upgraded built-in tube\/MOSFET discrete headphone amplifier capable of effortlessly driving difficult planar magnetic and high-impedance dynamic headphones directly from the 1\/4-inch front jack.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrecision Electronic Volume Tracking \u0026amp; OLED Display\u003c\/strong\u003e — employs a micro-controlled electronic stepping volume network for tight channel balance and low distortion, supported by a readable, dimmable OLED front-panel display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHome Theater Bypass \u0026amp; Dual Preamp Outputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — equipped with unity-gain Home Theater Bypass inputs for effortless AV processor integration, along with two pairs of variable RCA outputs for bi-amping or powered subwoofer connectivity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"faq\" class=\"bh-section bh-faq\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ — Rogue Audio RP-1 v2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat major enhancements does the v2 bring to the Rogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e introduces an upgraded MM\/MC phono section with improved shielding and expanded loading options, a redesigned power supply layout for lower residual background noise, and an enhanced discrete headphone amplifier circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan this preamplifier handle low-output Moving Coil (MC) cartridges?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The internal phono stage provides up to 58 dB of gain along with user-configurable resistive DIP-switch loading down to 30 Ohms, accommodating low-output MC cartridges without requiring an external step-up transformer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat tubes does the RP-1 v2 use, and are they easy to roll?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe unit operates using two matched 12AU7 \/ ECC82 dual-triode vacuum tubes, accessible under the top cover for convenient tube rolling to tailor tonal signatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhere is the RP-1 v2 designed and manufactured?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RP-1 v2 is designed, hand-assembled, and individually bench-tested by Rogue Audio's master technicians at their facility in Brodheadsville, Pennsylvania, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"why-buy\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From Us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthorized Rogue Audio dealer offering 100% genuine factory-authentic tube components with full manufacturer warranty protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperienced analog and vacuum tube specialists available to advise on system gain staging, tube rolling, and cartridge matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDedicated post-purchase technical support for phono DIP switch calibration and home theater bypass configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsured priority delivery with heavy-duty protective packaging on every order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"related\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRelated \u0026amp; System Matches\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRogue Audio Dragon, Stereo 100, and DragoN stereo power amplifiers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAudiophile single-ended RCA analog interconnect cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-performance audiophile turntables and moving coil cartridges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- RIGHT COLUMN --\u003e\n\u003caside\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"specs\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRP-1 v2 Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"bh-specs\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVacuum Tube Line \u0026amp; Phono Stereo Preamplifier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTube Complement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 12AU7 \/ ECC82 (Twin-Triode Class A Line Stage)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Hz – 75,000 Hz (±1 dB)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTHD\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 0.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRated Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 Volt RMS (Maximum Output: 8V)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLine Inputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4x Stereo Single-Ended RCA (Including 1x HT Bypass)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhono Input\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1x Stereo RCA with Ground Lug (User-Configurable MM\/MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhono Gain\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43 dB (MM) \/ 58 dB (MC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePhono Loading Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30 Ω, 100 Ω, 300 Ω, 1k Ω, 47k Ω\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePreamp Outputs\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x Stereo Pairs Variable RCA (Pre-Out 1 \u0026amp; Pre-Out 2), 1x Fixed RCA Out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eHeadphone Amplifier\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscrete 1-Watt High-Current Stage (1\/4\" Front Jack)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVolume Attenuator\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMicroprocessor-Controlled Electronic Stepped Attenuator\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFront Display\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOLED Display with Auto-Off \/ Dimming Functionality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeavy-Gauge Steel with Machined Aluminum Front Faceplate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions (W x D x H)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.25\" x 14.5\" x 3.25\" (387 x 368 x 83 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0 lbs (7.3 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"bh-note\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection id=\"whats-in-the-box\" class=\"bh-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"bh-bullets\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRogue Audio RP-1 v2 Preamplifier unit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-matched pair of tested 12AU7 tubes (installed)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMachined solid aluminum handheld remote control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable IEC AC power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOwner's manual \u0026amp; 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