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 has improved the sound, increased the power, and added features. But was it enough?
The new Cronus Dark offers an impressive package of upgrades to reach 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.
Here are the upgrades from the standard Cronus Magnum III:
- 25% more capacitance in the power supply
- Upgraded signal tubes
- Upgraded OP Amps in the phono stage
- Upgraded Cardas rhodium-plated binding posts
- Upgraded capacitors and resistors in numerous key locations