Rotel DX-5 integrated amplifier
Rotel’s DX-5 stereo integrated amplifier is a sleek powerhouse delivering 33 Watts/channel into 4 ohms (25 Watts/channel at 8 ohms) of Class AB brilliance. Powered by an in-house toroidal transformer and high-current transistors, it offers pristine highs, detailed midrange, and deep bass. The 768kHz ESS ES9039Q2M Sabre DAC ensures ultra-low noise (100 dB SNR) and a wide soundstage (10 Hz – 100k Hz, ±0.19 dB).
Versatility abounds with HDMI ARC for seamless TV audio, a subwoofer output for 2.1-channel setups, and a headphone jack for private listening. Connect via PC-USB (32-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD 4x), Coaxial/Optical (24-bit/192kHz), aptX HD/AAC Bluetooth, or RCA analogue inputs. Roon Tested certification enhances your high-res music experience, while the precision volume control (0.5dB steps, 680 mV sensitivity) perfects every note.
Weighing 4.1 kg, the DX-5’s compact design (215 x 76 x 251 mm, 8 1/2 in x 3 in x 9 3/4 in) features a full-color TFT display and an aluminium remote, blending elegance with intuitive operation. Available in black or silver.
Pricing for the Rotel DX-5 will be $1,499, €1.499, £1,399. Products are expected to be available in North America, Europe and the UK in April 2025, with the rest of the world to follow soon after.