Rotel

Rotel RC-1572 MKII Stereo Preamp / DAC

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Rotel

RC-1572 MKII BLACK

$1,699.00
$1,699.00

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RC-1572MKII

Affordable high-end begins with Rotel’s RC-1572MKII Preamplifier processing your favorite analog and digital sources in stunning clarity with a natural and enveloping sound stage.

Features

  • Certified Roon Tested
  • Supports MQA and MQA Studio
  • Texas Instruments premium 32-bit/384kHz Digital to Analog Converter
  • Moving Magnet Phono input for turntable connection
  • Wireless aptX™ and AAC Bluetooth

Affordable high-end begins with Rotel’s RC-1572MKII Preamplifier including multiple acoustic upgrades and refinements processing your favorite analog and digital sources to an even higher level of performance in stunning clarity with a natural, enveloping sound stage.

As an essential component in a Hi-Fi audio stack the RC-1572MKII’s precision engineering begins with Rotel’s ultra-low noise power supply including a large, in-house manufactured toroidal transformer. The transformer design reduces stray radiated emissions and feeds a bank of slit-foil, low ESR capacitors delivering stable current to all sensitive circuits reducing noise and distortion with an ultra-quiet noise floor.

A premium Texas Instruments 32-bit Digital to Analog converter (DAC) renders the digital sources supported by custom tuned, proprietary external output filters ensuring the audio is effortlessly presented with exceptional dynamic detail and musical expression.

Analog, Digital, XLR, aptXTM and AAC Wireless Bluetooth and Moving Magnet Phono Stage inputs ensure connection to your favorite music sources. Digital media files are supported via a 32-bit/384kHz PC-USB connection supporting MQA and is fully certified Roon Tested for graceful access to the near limitless catalog of online music.

The RC-1572MKII is easy to operate using the included remote control and front panel display. Automatic power controls, signal sensing, fixed volume settings and tone adjustments optimize customization settings.

RCA, XLR and subwoofer outputs are provided for installation flexibility. Ethernet and RS232 ensure simple integration with control systems and software updates.

Bring your CD’s, Digital Files and Vinyl allowing the RC-1572MKII to bridge generations of music and music lovers.

Specifications

General

  • Dimensions (W × H × D): 431 × 99 × 338 mm (17" × 3.9" × 13.5")
  • Front Panel Height: 2U / 88.1 mm (3.5")
  • Net Weight: 8.4 kg (18.5 lb)
  • Power Requirements: 120V, 60Hz
  • Power Consumption: 35W
  • Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W
  • BTU Rating: 65 BTU/h

Audio Performance

  • Total Harmonic Distortion (20Hz–20kHz): <0.004%
  • Intermodulation Distortion (60Hz:7kHz, 4:1): <0.004%
  • Frequency Response (Line Inputs): 10Hz – 100kHz (+0dB, -0.2dB)
  • Frequency Response (Digital Inputs): 20Hz – 20kHz (0 ±0.5dB max)
  • Frequency Response (Phono Input): 20Hz – 20kHz (+0.3dB, -0.2dB)
  • S/N Ratio (Line Inputs): 118dB
  • S/N Ratio (Digital Inputs): 100dB
  • S/N Ratio (Phono Input): 80dB
  • Tone Controls: ±10dB at 100Hz / 10kHz

Inputs & Outputs

  • Input Sensitivity: RCA 200mV, XLR 300mV, Digital 0dBFS, MM Phono 3mV
  • Input Impedance: RCA 100kΩ, XLR 100kΩ, Digital 75Ω, MM Phono 47kΩ
  • Input Overload: RCA 4V, XLR 5V, Phono 63mV
  • Output Level: RCA 1V, XLR 2V
  • Preamplifier Output Level: 1.44V (at -20dB)
  • Channel Separation: RCA >85dB, XLR >75dB, Phono >85dB

Digital Audio Support

  • Coaxial / Optical Inputs: LPCM up to 24-bit / 192kHz
  • PC-USB Class 1: Up to 24-bit / 96kHz
  • PC-USB Class 2: Up to 32-bit / 384kHz
  • MQA and MQA Studio: Up to 24-bit / 384kHz
  • Roon Tested: Yes