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Rogue Audio Pharoah 1 Integrated Amplifier (Hybrid) Audiophile Rogue Pharoah Tube Hybrid Integrated Amplifier with remote and manual. Has MM / MC Phono and excellent headphone output. Phono is set to MC but is easily set to MM.Fine working condition with minor exterior scuffs. 2x Mullard 60s box plate 12AU7 tubes (with dampers) in pre-amp. These still have years of life. Plus 2 Genalex Gold Lion spares.Much loved high-end amplifier for classical, jazz, rock etc but I am now moving on to a different set up. Has a bold, warm sound with plenty of detail, realism and great soundstaging. See the ra
At A$3,500, this Rogue Audio Pharoah 1 represents a strong bargain compared to its original US price of roughly A$5,400 (converted from $3,495) and typical used market values that often sit near A$4,200 to A$4,800. Since the asking price is well below the 25th percentile of typical used listings, it is an excellent deal for a buyer seeking high performance without the new markup.
The Pharoah is well-regarded for its unique hybrid design, pairing a powerful 185-watt digital amp with a warm tube preamp section to deliver a natural, organic sound that drives any speaker with authority. It excels in versatility, featuring an onboard all-tube phono stage and headphone amp, plus robust build quality with German Mundorf capacitors and a thick aluminum faceplate. This clean listing in excellent condition offers immediate timing upside, as finding this specific first-generation model in such shape at this price is rare and a genuine buying opportunity.
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Rogue Audio was founded in 1996 by Mark O'Brien and two colleagues from Bell Laboratories, establishing itself as a Pennsylvania-based manufacturer of high-quality audio electronics. The company, headquartered in Brodheadsville in the Pocono region, has built its reputation on American craftsmanship, with every product hand-built at its own facility. O'Brien, who holds a degree in physics from Cal Poly and previously worked designing laser systems, brought both technical expertise and a commitment to sonic excellence to the venture. The company's founding philosophy centered on creating audio components that the designers themselves would want to own.
Rogue Audio specializes in tube, solid-state, and hybrid audio components across a focused product range that includes integrated amplifiers, power amplifiers, preamplifiers, phono stages, and headphone amplifiers. The brand is particularly known for its vacuum-tube-based designs, which form the core of its engineering identity. The current lineup comprises approximately 16 to 17 models, each engineered with meticulous attention to circuit topology and layout. Notable products include the Cronus integrated amplifier series, which has become a reference point in the mid-to-high-end market.
Rogue Audio occupies a distinctive position as a boutique, high-end manufacturer that prioritizes value and accessibility without compromising sonic performance or build quality. The brand appeals to discerning audiophiles who appreciate American-made tube electronics and sensible pricing relative to performance. Its commitment to local sourcing and manufacturing, combined with a design philosophy rooted in personal conviction rather than market trends, has earned respect among audio enthusiasts and reviewers. Rogue represents the intersection of engineering rigor, tube-amplifier tradition, and practical American manufacturing.
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