Rotel RA-1062 Integrated Amplifier Review
Rotel RA-1062
Summary
- Product Name: RA-1062
- Manufacturer: Rotel
- Performance Rating:
- Value Rating:
- Review Date: May 09, 2004 20:00
- MSRP: $ 699
- Specifications
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Watts/Channel (all channels driven, unbridged, 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0.03% THD):
2 x 60 watts 8 ohms
2 x 90 watts 4 ohmsIntermodulation Distortion (rated power): 0.03% max
Damping Factor (8 ohms): 150Line level inputs: 160mV /33k ohms
Input overload level (Line level inputs): 5vFrequency Response (Line Level Input): 10-100k Hz, +/ -3 dB
Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF A) (Line level input) >95 dBPower Consumption: 300 watts
Power Requirements: 115 volts, 60 Hz ( U.S. version) ;
230 Volts, 50 Hz (European version)Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 92 x 355 mm (17 x 5 5/8 x 14")
Weight: 7.8 kg, 17.2 lbs.
Pros
- Phenomenal Fidelity
- Excellent Build Quality & Cosmetics
Cons
- Cannot Power Up Unit Without Remote
- Sensitive Volume Control
- No Video Connection Provisions
Introduction
In a world where cramming as many home theater speakers as humanly possible is the norm, it is nice to know there are electronics companies still dedicated to quality two-channel music. Enter the Rotel RA-1062 Integrated Amplifier and CD-1072 HDCD Player. These are slim line components designed to fit in tight spaces and deliver big sound without breaking your bank account. You won't find any fancy DSP or surround modes, no On Screen Displays or learning remotes. Instead, you will find the essential high quality audio reproduction guts of what today seems to be a dying art - two-channel music.
