Description
Rotel RA-1572 MKII Integrated Amplifier
The Rotel RA-1572 MKII Integrated Amplifier utilises an in-house manufactured oversized toroidal transformer. The toroidal transformer’s shape helps prevent stray radiation patterns from corrupting audio signals as they pass through adjacent circuits. The transformer feeds a bank of 4 low ESR, high efficiency, T-Network slit-foil storage capacitors for deep, controlled bass energy.
The role of an integrated amplifier continues to evolve with the RA-1572MKII optimised in every aspect including the power amplifier delivering 120 Watts of robust Class AB output into 8 ohms, audio circuit design innovations, premium audiophile Digital to Analog Converter and a full complement of source inputs.
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Features
- Builds on the features of the hugely popular RA-1572
- DSD capable 32-bit Texas Instruments DAC
- aptX Bluetooth built-in
- MQA and MQA Studio 24-bit / 384k Hz
- MM Phono input
- RS-232 and IP control
The RA-1572MKII support digital sources utilising a Texas Instruments 32-bit/384kHz DAC with critically tuned output filter circuits rendering even the most subtle detail. The preamplifier circuits and linear amplifier gain stages have been custom engineered ensuring natural detail, agility and an immersive soundstage. Analogue, digital, PC-USB supporting MQA, aptX™ and AAC wireless Bluetooth streaming, XLR Balanced and Moving Magnet Phono stage inputs ensures connection to your favourite sources.
The RA-1572MKII is certified Roon Tested delivering the best experience using Roon software so you can just enjoy the music.
The front panel includes a status display, source and volume controls, Speaker A-B selection for Zone 2, and 3.5mm headphone jack. Ethernet and RS232 connections allow seamless integration with control systems and software updates.
Specifications
Continuous Power Output (20Hz – 20kHz, < 0.03%, 8 ohms): 120 watts/channel
Total Harmonic Distortion < 0.018%
Intermodulation Distortion (60Hz : 7kHz, 4:1): < 0.03%
Frequency Response
Phono Input: 20Hz – 20kHz, ±0.5 dB
Line Level Inputs: 10Hz – 100kHz, ±0.5 dB
Damping Factor (20Hz – 20kHz, 8 ohms): 300
Input Sensitivity / Impedance
Phono Input (MM): 2.1mV / 47k ohms
Line Level Inputs (RCA): 270mV / 100k ohms
Line Level Inputs (XLR): 440mV / 100k ohms
Input Overload
Phono Input (MM): 32mV
Line level Inputs (RCA): 4V
Line Level Inputs (XLR): 5.5V
Preamplifier Output / Impedance: 1.5V / 470 ohms
Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF “A” weighted)
Phono Input (MM): 80dB
Line Level Inputs: 100dB
Digital section
Frequency response: 10Hz – 95kHz (±2.0 dB, Max)
Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF “A” weighted): 100dB
Input Sensitivity / Impedance: 0 dBFs / 75 ohms
Preamplifier Output Level: 1.42V (at -20 dB)
Coaxial / Optical Digital Signals: SPDIF LPCM (up to 192kHz 24bit)
PC-USB: USB Audio Class 1.0 (up to 96kHz 24bit)
USB Audio Class 2.0 (up to 384kHz 32bit) – Driver installation required
DSD and DoP support
MQA and MQA Studio (up to 384k Hz 24bit)
Power Requirements
USA: 120 volts, 60Hz
EC: 230 volts, 50Hz
Power Consumption: 400 watts
Standby Power Consumption: < 0.5 watts
BTU (4 ohms, 1/8th power): 810 BTU/h
Dimensions (WxHxD): 431 x 144 x 358mm
Front Panel Height: 3U (132.6mm)
Weight (net): 13.63kg
Finish: Silver and Black