Apr, 2004

RGCD5 CD Player gets another great review....... Issue: AVL137

".....REDGUM designs have that unerring ability to work its sonic magic with all types of musical styles."

Get Audio & Video Lifestyle magazine (Issue: AVL137) for the complete review!

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May, 2004

It was at Wilkesboro, NC, USA

MerleFest post mortem: - 

With not even one colour blind, country horticulturalist in sight, it "Wow!"-ed even the long-standing patrons of the Fest. When the musos themselves come back to have a listen, time and again, and always bringing other music friends with them "to see what the hoo-ha is all about", well, you know you have nailed the sound just right.  

When people hear a REDGUM, we're used to them saying in amazement that   ... it sounds like music, not Hi-Fi! ... a simple way of putting how they ... can feel the emotion of the music ...  in all its layers ... Perhaps what surprised them most was that the total system came from one Audiophile company. (Ed. Here we go with the Synergy thing again.)

Make a note in your Diary for next year ... truly a meeting of "like minds" and with SO many Ears attached!

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April 29 - May 2, 2004

Wilkesboro, NC, USA

No, ... much picking of blues, red gum and blue grass ... is not the work of a colour blind, country horticulturalist!

It is the makings of another great MerleFest  - an Americana Music Celebration in memory of the legendary finger-picker, and much more, Eddy Merle Watson.

A Festival with a unique History , its music is a Thesaurus-user's delight ... starting with "eclectic" ... !  (and that's not a typo).

REDGUM Audio USA is delighted to be able to meet you there ... as a Festival sponsor ... a meeting of "like minds" (with ears attached)!

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April 2004 (third weekend - Melbourne only!)

Ah, the good 'ol Home Town Advantage - they keep on loving you ... even when you're not there! 

Yes, it's "that time of year" again ... Melbourne's showing of the best of Australian Hi-Fi at the Home Entertainment Show. Last year, we "Wow!"-ed 'em with an A-V demonstration (but without the V,  well, a moving one at least ... as we have nothing to hide with our sonics, we wouldn't want them to be distracted by the visual, would we?).

We know you'll understand! This would have been our seventh year ... but this year we decided to rest, being the seventh 'n all.  So much to focus on at the coalface with materials and website preparations in support of our new REDGUM Audio USA distributor about to "Wow!" 'em at MerleFest in a week's time (see above).

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April 2004 (second weekend)

If you come from the Land of the Chocolate Bilby ...... then you might like to see what else the e.bunny.com.au could bring ... in real money, of course. (Toy money is for the "Rest of the World".) All yours - the Oz section of the Online Store.

And if you are worried about the SAL (Spouse Approval Limit) being accidently tripped at the push of the wrong button ... no such danger! Check the detailed specs on this site first, then spend as long as you like "Just browsing!" in the Online Store. 

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March 1, 2004

PRICE RESTRUCTURE ... for 2 Channel REDGUM Amplifiers

This "adjustment" does not mean "up" in Accountant-speak! 

Rather, by simplifying how we offer the variants of each amplifier model, you win. 

And in a number of ways:

1 - all single volume versions now the same (= lower) price as the dual volume version.

2 - the higher powered amplifiers we introduced as a bonus with last year's price rise are all presented now as separate 'Signature Series" (ENR) versions.

3 - as you read all the reviews for whichever model takes your fancy, the possibility of each model having "that little bit extra" power ... well, quite a lot really with an ENR version!! ... gives you additional flexibilty to fulfil your dreams.

plus

PRICE RESTRUCTURE ... for the "Let 'er rip!" DIYers 

Yes, even the Subwoofer Amplifier plates  prices have been "adjusted down" while their robustness goes up even further! 

As a design standard,  the HardLife (HL) board is now included at no additional cost for our SW1 & SW2 models.  This means all new production SW1's are actually SW1HL's under the bonnet. Ditto for the SW2's. 

Yours for "doof"-free musical bass.

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The Rest of the Year, 2003

Yep, we didn't write much after that, did we? Too busy pumping all that extra power into your amplifiers to balance the "upwards price adjustment", and expanding the factory, and the new website design, and answering all your emails ... well, heaps of things, ... but that doesn't always make them interesting for the reader. So we saved your time by not writing anything ... leaves you more time to look at the reviews instead! Not to mention the Awards and the ......

(Ed. Er, about the transformers, she's just a little "blond" sometimes.)

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NOT April 1st, 2003

Financial Health Warning!! 

PRICE RISE on May 1st, 2003 

........ for the first time in 3 years, yes, it's "that time of year" again! 

(Well, we couldn't post this on April Fool's Day, could we?! )

Although the range of products offered by REDGUM Audio has expanded greatly over these last 3 years, the pricing structure has remained the same as before. So, yes, the prices must rise, but so will the power offered by all models of amplifiers. That means, for a little bit more, you get a lot more amplifier!! 

 And on it goes through the full range. With even more attention to the less visible details, the neutrality of the REDGUM sound remains .... how shall we say? .... distinctive. (A new kind of oxymoron!?) 

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April 2003

It's still "that time of year" again...

This years Herald Sun Home Entertainment Show at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre Thursday April 24th. to Sunday April 27th. promises to be bigger and better than ever. Now in its 8th year, the HES displays the most sophisticated home theatre, hi-fi and audio products, including the latest DVD technology, rear projection televisions, videos, CD players, speakers, CD’s and accessories. It is Australia’s biggest hi-fi and home entertainment show, with the major retailers and manufacturers demonstrating their latest technology. Keep your eye on the 'Rave' Panel for details of REDGUM's participation. Meanwhile check out the HES website for more info.

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November 2002

A new threat to Society? 

...........REDGUM RGi35 - the latest review in Audio & Video Lifestyle Magazine 

The proud parents of this REDGUM baby don't mind it being publicly reported that their baby kicks a lot! They are just delighted that it is a "chip off the old block".  As the review by Nic Tatham found, this 35 Watter fulfils Prince's idea of  "Willing to do the Work". Full details about this Baby with a Future can be found at the REVIEWS link.

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October/November 2002

REDGUM RGM175 latest review in Aust HiFi Magazine - on news-stands now!

"...which made the RGM175s sound more lively and dynamic than any amp I have heard for a long time."
Greg Borrowman - Reviewer

"..phase accuracy was nigh-on perfect......superb damping factor....."
Steve Holding - Technical assessment

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August 2002

REDGUM takes 'Nine Inch Nails'... and spits them out whole!!

Read the latest gutsy review by Nic Tatham of a REDGUM system in Australia's own Audio & Video Lifestyle magazine (#116 - available August only). This time it's of the synergy between a RGi60s amplifier, RGCD2 player, and RGSB Bookshelf speakers. So grab a copy of this months issue, and find out why AVL rates this system 18 out of 20 in terms of Performance, Build Quality, Compatibility, and Value for money!

Even better, magazine buyers have a chance to win the system set up on REDGUM's own audio stand!!

Meanwhile here's a teaser..

"Musical and involving there's nothing about this system not to like..."

"Jeff Buckley's ..pasionate vocals sound full of emotion on the REDGUM system.. Listening to Jeff Buckley means you often have to be in the right frame of mind - these Redgums will definitely put you in it"

" ..with the ambient atmospherics of Moby's 18.. The system submerges you in a lush, lilting sound, delivering fluid depth that urges you to take the plunge. There's enthralling presence with this sort of easy-going music.. "

" ..the speakers are easily capable of producing a much substiantial 'out of the box' listening experience. Soundstaging and bass weight are both greater than you'd expect.. "

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July 2002

New online ordering system introduced!

We have now instigated a new online ordering system making it even easier to purchase REDGUM products! Just click the 'BUY NOW' button on the 'Factory Direct Sales' page, or on any items product page, fill out the online sales order, furnish your credit card details, and your REDGUM equipment will be on it's way to you as soon as is humanly possible. Online orders receive priority too, so there's no quicker or easier way to buy REDGUM! And with our 'satisfaction guarantee' allowing you to return any product if you are not completely satisfied for any reason within a reasonable auditioning time^*, you may purchase with complete confidence. ^* (some conditions apply)

note:- (to all enthusiastic potential REDGUM purchasers!)   Please don't click the 'submit order' button just to see how it all works. Every time you do so we receive an order form, and it sends Ian's blood pressure up a few notches!..(and then he discovers it's not really one after all!).

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April 2002

Home Entertainment Show - the sequel

Delusions of grandeur? With two demo rooms at the recent Home Entertainment Show in Melbourne, REDGUM set everyone's expectations askew..........or was it just the sloping walls? From sunrise to sunset (well, almost, with 12 hour show days), Melbourne provided an atmospheric backdrop to the 2 Channel room, complete with the new audio system stands. A pity it was just too dark in the Home Theatre demo room for visitors to check out that all electronics and speakers were made by REDGUM Audio. Visitors were just "too tired to move" to other displays and happily sat mesmerized by the A/V performance. Supported by Benq's latest DLP projector, REDGUM's performance was not delusional - it was 2 Channel quality for the Home Theatre.

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March 2002

REDGUM at the Home Entertainment Show

April 4 - 7, in Suite 4B at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre we are pleased to again be a part of the Herald Sun Home Entertainment Show. For the very first time, the complete REDGUM system of Home Theatre electronics and magnetically shielded speakers will be presented, along with visuals using the latest in DLP projector technology. In a sound isolated room upstairs, away from the distractions of the main exhibition floor, you can appreciate the real meaning of the word "stunning" for both 2 channel and multi-channel REDGUM system.

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October 2001

Exciting News!!...  

We have now expanded our core range of products!

Now included are:

1/ Amplifier "s" suffix models which have a single volume control. This is an alternative to the dual mono control that remains on all standard models. For "s" models, the number of knobs on the fascia will remain the same, but now as Volume/Balance/Selector.

2/ DACs and CD Players - REDGUM CD Player models are now also available as DACs only.

Further changes include:-

a) A choice of amplifier switches - the standard key/rocker/press button switches, or other variant.

b) The ENR Signature series - REDGUM's High Current models - are now available only as "s" models with the single volume control, and come with new look knobs, labels, and chassis.

c) For the latest in IC technology, the RGCD5 model has been upgraded to model designate RGCD5ENR. A kit to upgrade existing RGCD5 models is available - it supplies a new circuit board that can be inserted easily and without soldering.

All these can be ordered through your local dealer!

note: The "S" and "ENR" model variants are slightly more expensive due to the extra electronics, and/or cosmetic changes. The price of our base models has NOT increased, in line with the new models.

For further info, please see our products page.

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September 2001

We had to shut him up!! For months now Ian has been jumping up and down saying "I wanna play on the website!!" So for the sake of peace and harmony, we gave him his own little ('padded') cyber room. The 'Factory Floor' sub-site allows Ian to more easily keep you informed about future products and projects, and the very latest developments here at REDGUM Audio. We think it's a great idea. (He has one every now and then!) We're sure you will too. To see Ian's creation... click here

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July 2001

Online purchasing is now a reality at REDGUM Audio!
Now you can purchase any REDGUM product online using your Visa or Mastercard and the PayPal system. Just click the PayPal button on the product page of the item that you wish to purchase from our products catalogue. You will need to open a PayPal account if you don't already have one. Why not save time and open one now?

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July 2001

"This amp delivers nothing short of a superlative home theater listening experience"!!!

David Wurtz - Secrets of Home Theater and Hi Fidelity - July 2001
REDGUM RGH900 Home Theater Amplifier

What more can we say? Read Davids review for yourself and see why..

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May 2001

"A Stunning combination of power and authority"!

That's how Roger Kanno describes our RGH900 in his exciting review for Home Theater & Sound. Other comments include...

"..vocals solid and powerful with plenty of air around them, they did not distort or become compressed when the amp was pushed hard. Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 with Arcadi Volodos and the Berlin Philharmonic [Sony SK 64384], which I acquired based on Srajan Ebaen’s review, was reproduced beautifully, with a broad, deep soundstage. The timbre of the piano was bang-on.."

".. just as accomplished with movie soundtracks as it was with two-channel music.... Funky techno soundtracks also sounded terrific"

"..able to sort out complex passages in films, with voices presented with a realism that I had not previously heard in my system, while still reproducing dynamic sound effects and music simultaneously. The RGH900 sounded like a more expensive amplifier than it is and actually sounded less like a "multichannel home-theater amplifier".. In fact, it was so good that I lived with it for many weeks as the main source of amplification for my combined home-theater and music system -- happily."

get the full story...

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April 2001

REDGUM will again be represented at the Herald Sun home entertainment show to be held at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre this month, April 19th. to 22nd. We will be on the ground floor at Stand V18, and also in a private listening suite upstairs (well sign-posted!) Come and hear for yourself why we get those rave reviews!

..and be sure to pick up a bargain with special offers valid only during the show!

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January 2001

The REDGUM system is far from wooden...

Andrew Everard of Gramophone (UK) reviews a REDGUM system comprising our RGi60 integrated amplifier, RGCD5 digital-to-analogue converter and cd-drive, and RGS 28i bookshelf speakers in the January 2001 edition. Check out a summary here...

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January 2001

Soundstage Magazine awards our RGi120 integrated amplifier the "Best Product Debut" at the Las Vegas CES 2001!!! ... and, we almost hesitate to mention- candidly describes it as "capable of outstanding sound"!!

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December 12th. 2000

Our London agent Mark Pomicter phoned us to say that the GRAMOPHONE review has just hit the streets and is "Excellent" - with comments like "it has been well worth the wait!" - Details will follow as they become available...

December 11th. 2000

Several customers have confirmed a favourable report on the REDGUM RGCD5 Compact Disc Player in the Sydney Morning Herald today - we are awaiting copy & will post as soon as possible.....

December 10th. 2000

REDGUM Audio will be back in Las Vegas again this coming January. At T.H.E. Show 2001.

6th-9th January.

St Tropez Hotel - Harmon Avenue
Room 1605 (Bldg. No. 6 - Main Floor)

Contact is via Karl Schaefer 1-877-361-3630

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December 6th. 2000

REDGUM RGi120 wins...

SoundStage "REVIEWERS' CHOICE" 2000!!

SoundStage had this to say about the REDGUM RGi120...

"I found this $1700 integrated amplifier to be a sonic knockout and every bit the equal of much pricier gear. ... I listened to this unit so much because I simply wanted to, not because I had to. ... it is clean, clear, fast and precise. ... Imaging is tight and stable, and detail is excellent. ... Highs are pristine without any sort of 'tizz.' Lows are deep and tight. Midrange is spot-on and without any exaggeration or bloat. At both low and high volumes, detail and retrieval of ambient cues are outstanding."

"I’m used to my reference-level Blue Circle gear, stuff that excels in letting all the details through, and this Redgum integrated amp is definitely right up there -- so close, in fact, that given its price it's downright scary!"

"... don’t be scared to pair this with speakers of any price. It’s that good."

Get the full story!.. click the logo above...

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October 14th. 2000

It doesn't get much better than this!!

As promised earlier in 'Late News', Audio Ideas Guide have now published their review of the REDGUM RGi120 and RGCD5. In the most recent issue Andrew Marshall had this to say:

"..it proved to be an outstanding player sonically, the DAC among the better ones I've heard........ I liked the player's freedom from grain, or that digital hardness that makes me put on LP's. It was dynamic, clean, and detailed,..... These qualities were carried through the RGi120 amplifier with great transparency and energy. This is the best MOSFET amplifier I've heard, and easily the most powerful integrated amp in my experience. .....this amp is as clean as a whistle, and very quick with transients. I found it particularly impressive with 96khz DVD's, the absolute live performance (sic) quality of these fully conveyed. .....easily the best integrated amplifier I've heard........ But the REDGUM delivers (as the casinos like to claim) excitement, this time Aussie style." (Audio Ideas Guide, Vol.19 #4 p21)

Also in an elaborate review of the latest Sharp SM-SX100 Digital amplifier ($US25,000):

"The REDGUM RGi120 had a slightly more robust and dynamic quality......." (Audio Ideas Guide, Vol.19 #4 p 20)

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We really have to ask... "What's stopping you from buying a REDGUM???"

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September 15th. 2000

Our director, and designer of REDGUM products, Ian Robinson together with his lovely lady Lindy, are off on the 19th of this month to London and then Toronto for the respective Hi-Fi shows. If you plan on attending either venue, be sure to call in and say "hallo!" You will be most welcome. (Ian sorta likes talking about REDGUM products!) And as an added bonus, if you mention this item in the 'LATE NEWS', you'll receive an extra special discount on items purchased at the shows!

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September 2000

Reviews.. Reviews.. and more Reviews!!

Reliable sources inform us that Audio Ideas Guide (Canada) will feature a REDGUM review by Andrew Marshall in their next issue due the third week of September. A review of a REDGUM what?.. you ask! Well, you will just have to check back to find out, won't you?

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Secrets of Home Theatre Hi-Fi will soon be posting their latest, and our first-ever and eagerly awaited review of the RGH 900 Home Theatre amplifier. Don't miss this one!

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Australian Hi-Fi magazine to review the RGCD5.. our 'top shelf' CD player!

We have just submitted our 'top shelf' RGCD5 player for review to Australian Hi-Fi magazine. Watch closely in the coming issues. We know many of our existing customers will be keen to see a review of this excellent product. Meanwhile whet your appetite with reviews of the RGCD2 in Secrets of Home Theatre and HiFi and Audio Video Lifestyle magazine.

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August 2nd. 2000

Online Sales soon! Secure credit card facilities will be available shortly on our website! The convenience of buying online will be another option for purchasing from the REDGUM range. Online Sales will be in addition to buying direct from the factory, or via our extensive dealer network.

For an update, check the LATE NEWS next time you visit.

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June 2000

Our new website is up and running!

Our redesigned and updated website, combined with a new hi-speed Telstra link, gives you faster access to more information about our products than ever before.

We hope you like the new look REDGUM Audio.

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7th May 2000

We have now released the REDGUM RGH900 6 ch home theater amplifier, and finalised our RGPH2 phono pre-amplifier! Details shortly.

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April 2000

REDGUM has again been represented at the (January) Winter Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, followed by the Sydney HiFi show (Australia), the Montreal HiFi show (Canada) and a Philadelphia Dealer night (USA) all in March, then the Shanghai HiFi show (China) and the Melbourne HiFi Show (Australia) both in April. (And people actually ask me 'What do you do in your spare time?" !!)

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17th March 2000

REDGUM RGCD2 review  in  Secrets of Home Theater & High Fidelity

"quite an exhilarating sonic experience."

"I was very impressed with the overall sound quality... I felt that this product was nothing short of top shelf."

"... its sonic qualities are comparable to players 2-3 times the price. All the music played in the unit, from classical through to hard rock, was extremely accurate."

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15th March 2000

HI-FI HOME THEATRE CONSUMER GUIDE 2000

awards REDGUM Audio -

'MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR 2000'

"Manufacturer of the Year 2000 -  REDGUM AUDIO.  Melbourne based Redgum Audio is the designer and manufacturer of a unique range of amplifiers.... "

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10th March 2000

Review of  REDGUM RGCD2  by  Audio & Video Lifestyle Magazine

"if the company is aiming for a 'live' performance with its range of products, then it is well on its way to achieving it..... music in a more subtle, realistic way with a tonally natural quality about it which is easy to listen to..."

"The overall sound quality of the REDGUM is smooth and cultured and of a highly revealing nature."

"high level of performance from excellent audiophile components"

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15th February 2000

Review of  REDGUM RGi120  appears in  "Bound for Sound" report

"...an amplifier you should listen to even if it is not expensive enough for your budget"

"amplifiers I would compare the REDGUM to are Goldmund, for its lightness, and the FM Acoustics for its transparency"

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9th February 2000

REDGUM RGi60 Amplifier wins

'BEST BUY AWARD'

from Audio & Video Lifestyle Magazine

Our "hi-fi heaven" REDGUM RGi60 won  Best Buy Award  from  Audio & Video Lifestyle Magazine

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January 2000

REDGUM RGi120 review  in  Secrets of Home Theater & High Fidelity

"Wow, the sound stage widened to a breadth and depth I've seldom experienced from any amplifier" - "Deep, accurate, and well rounded bass, life-like vocal reproduction and a sweet, sweet top-end" - "the panache, power, electronic stability, and longevity to be classed with the best around" - "It took everything I threw at it, and gave me more back......I thought I had heard 'all the little bits in the music' of most of my CDs."

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5th January 2000

REDGUM  VERSUS  SONY - Melbourne Audio Club  Magazine looks at our Compact Disc Player RGCD5

"we had the old problem of grasping for adequate words to fit the description of the difference" - "Redgum was giving tighter bass and better clarity"

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22nd November 1999

Australian HiFi article - Meet the designer Ian Robinson REDGUM Audio

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22nd October 1999

Watch out for release soon of our RGi120ENR Signature Series version of the 120+120 watt integrated amplifier. Initial test figures show an output of 162.5+162.5W Rms per channel continuous test tone both channels driven. 189 WRms one channel continuous test tone One channel driven. 250+250WRms both channels driven with 10% duty cycle (typical music content). The power supply is substantially larger than the standard 120w amplifier with a hugh torroidal transformer, bigger filtercaps, large metal diode bridge, larger 60amp gold terminals, dual internal earth wiring, dual internal speaker wiring.

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21st October 1999

Melbourne Audio Club  reviews  a complete REDGUM hifi system

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15th October 1999

NEW 35+35 Watt Amplifier!!

Also just released is our RGi35 a 35+35W integrated Amplifier based on the RGi60 Chassis but using plastic case MOSFETs. These MOSFETS have the same voltage, current and power rating as our 60+60Watt MOSFETS but require simpler hardware for mounting - a noticable cost saving. Typical final test results are 41.6 w RMS sinewave both channels continuous, 49 w RMS sinewave one channel driven continuously, 79 w RMS both channels driven with 10% duty cycle (typical music content). The unit has the same looks as the RGi60 Amplifier (and we really have to find some way of telling them apart!!).

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Sept 99

Phono stage

We have just completed our new phonostage using Bi-fet Integrated circuit tecnology. The unit is housed in an anodised aluminium housing, using a sophisticated Dual DC-DC on-board convertor to produce hum free rail voltages from any standard DC power pack. Like our amplifiers, this phono stage is remarkably clean & quiet. It has a small 'hatch' underneath to allow access to a switchbank to swap the unit from Moving Magnet to Moving coil Cartridges. The unit costs about 1/3 of the price of our RGi60 amplifier.