Do n’t have a ton of space on your media ledge for a bighearted , honkingintegrated amplifieror multi - component stereo system ? Rotel might have the answer with its recently announce DX-5 , a silklike and summary audiophile performer with various connectivity from one of the good audio brands in the business .
With its modest footprint , measuring 8.5 x 3 x 9.75 inches and weigh 9 pounds , the DX-5 might not be a human dynamo in the electrical power department , but its 33 Isaac Watts per channel into 4 Ohm ( 25 watts per channel at 8 ohm ) output is delivered by clean and confident Class AB amplification . The DX-5 prognosticate “ pristine highs , detailed midrange , and deep bass , ” Rotel articulate , from its high - current toroidal transformer that is wound in house , making the DX-5 great for those looking for excellent carrying into action in smaller spaces .
Inside the DX-5 you ’ll find the workhorse ESS ES9039Q2 M Sabre DAC that Rotel says offers radical - low noise and a wide soundstage of 10 Hz to 100 kHz for bringing spacious audio recording to more petite rooms . The ESS DAC supports hi - res hearing of files including PCM ( up to 32 - bit/384kHz ) and DSD 256 , and features all the connectivity most people will call for , including USB - B and Coaxial / Optical ( at 24 - bit/192kHz ) inputs , as well as an RCA AUX input for connect analog deviceslike a turntable , and Bluetooth support for AAC and hi - resaptX HD codecs . It ’s also Roon certify .
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The Rotel MX-5 might also have a branch up on other integrated amplifier ( particularly at this compact size ) , with the increase of an HDMI eARC input for seamless connectivity to your telecasting , should you want to use it as modest home plate theater system in lieuof a soundbaror more detailed surround strait system . Additionally , the front of asubwooferoutput allow for further enlargement to bring deeper , more impactful bass to the minutes , depending onthe speakersyou pair it with .
Physically , the MX-5 is gorgeous . Available in black and silver finishes , the front look of the amplifier boast a bright full - color TFT display , glowing power button , 6.35 mm headphone jackstones for secret listening , and a great , smooth loudness dial . It also comes with a abrupt - look aluminum remote control .
The the Rotel DX-5 is reach the market in North America , Europe , and the U.K. this April , priced at US$ 1,499 . More details can be found atRotel ’s site .
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