This was the first integrated, solid state stereo amplifier from Rogers and came after two years of intensive development. It produced 25 watts per channel and used transformers for driving the output stages (2N3055 transistors) and featured a modified Baxendall tone control circuit.

To accompany the new Ravensbourne amplifier, Rogers produced eight optional auxiliary low-noise solid state stereo preamplifiers which could convert the auxiliary input into various microphone, disc or tape inputs. These units attached to the rear of the amplifier and plugged into a 6-pin DIN socket.

In a 1966 Hi-Fi Audioview, the writer gushed:

" In a single compact superbly styled unit the Ravensbourne provides a carefully chosen specification, evolved from a comprehensive study of user requirements. Input facilities cater for all high quality programme sources while control facilities combine simplicity with sufficient flexibility to ensure that optimum results can be obtained from a wide range of programme material under all conditions.

Three main facets of performance are an exceptionally low level of intermodulation distortion, a virtually perfect transient response and the complete absence of background noise."

A bit of an unsung hero with a very sweet sound typical of its day, the Ravensbourne was originally priced at £59. 10s. Today, these amplifiers are still relatively cheap due to the fact that early solid-state electronics have not yet become collectable. A good, clean and working unit can be obtained for around £80 -120.

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