Rotel RC-1590MKII Stereo Preamplifier Hot on Sale

Rotel RC-1590MKII Stereo Preamplifier

• Description
• Features
• Specifications

• Reference audio systems deserve reference audio equipment. Rotel’s RC-1590MKII reference preamplifier renders audio with natural expression, an open sound stage and dynamic clarity. Analog, Digital, Bluetooth and Turntable sources are supported by a bespoke acoustic tuning process inviting you to bring your favorite music allowing the RC-1590MKII to immerse you.

  Reference audio systems deserve reference audio equipment. The Rotel RC-1590MKII is exactly that — a reference preamplifier rendering analog and digital sources with natural expression in a wide and open sound stage in stunning clarity.

  The heart of the RC-1590MKII begins with the power supply featuring dual in-house manufacture toroidal transformers. The transformers are physically and electrically isolated supplying dedicated analog and digital supply voltages to all critical circuits through low ESR slit-foil capacitors eliminating unwanted distortion and an extremely low noise floor.

  Digital source inputs are processed utilizing an audiophile grade Texas Instruments 32-bit/384kHz Digital to Audio Converter (DAC) with custom engineered, proprietary acoustically tuned external output filter circuits rendering even the finest details with exceptional clarity and exact positioning.

  Analog signal paths feature DIRECT-PATH bypass modes eliminating unnecessary circuits maintaining signal integrity and further eliminating unwanted noise and distortion drawing you even closer and immersing you in the music. 

  The RC-1590MKII supports a full array of inputs ensuring connection to your favorite sources including a Moving Magnet Phono input for vinyl lovers, Analog, Digital, XLR Balanced, high quality aptX^TM and AAC wireless Bluetooth, and PC-USB (32-bit/384kHz) supporting MQA unfolding and rendering as well as certified Roon Tested. 

  Dual RCA and XLR output connection provide the ultimate flexibility including bi-amplification installations. A subwoofer output is also included.

  The RC-1590MKII proudly continues Rotel’s 60-year legacy and heritage with our ongoing promises of performance, value, and unwavering commitment to quality. Authentic, engaging, and spacious – the RC-1590MKII proudly represents this iconic brand.

• Features:

  • Stereo preamplifier with digital and analog inputs to handle a variety of music sources
  • Premium Texas Instruments 32-bit/384kHz digital to analog converter
  • Dual custom-built toroidal transformers provide isolated power supplies for analog and digital signal paths
  • Frequency response: 10-100,000 Hz (line inputs, ±0.1dB); 20-20,000 Hz (phono input, ±0.2dB); 20-20,000 Hz (digital inputs, ±0.5dB)
  • Signal-to-noise ratio: 117 dB (line); 80 dB (phono); 117 dB (digital)
  • Total harmonic distortion: 0.002%
  • Support for MQA and MQA Studio files
  • Roon tested
  • Dimmable front-panel display
  • Remote control

  Connections:

  • 4 unbalanced stereo RCA inputs
    • dedicated phono input for turntables with moving magnet cartridges
  • Balanced stereo XLR input
  • 3 optical digital and 3 coaxial digital inputs (up to 24-bit/192kHz resolution)
  • USB Type-B input for connecting a computer (PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz resolution)
  • USB Type-A port on front panel handles audio signals from an iPod®, iPhone®, or iPad®
  • Dual stereo RCA preamp outputs
  • Dual stereo XLR outputs
  • 1 optical digital and 1 coaxial digital audio output
  • Dual mono RCA subwoofer outputs
  • Dront-panel 3.5mm headphone output
  • Rotel Link input/output
    • allows connected Rotel products to communicate with each other and be controlled via the Rotel app
  • 3.5mm IR input
  • Dual 3.5mm 12-volt trigger outputs
  • Ethernet port connects the amp to your home network for software updates and integration with 3rd-party control systems
  • RS-232 port for use with home automation control systems, like Crestron

• Specifications:

  Dimensions (W × H × D)
  431 × 144 × 348mm
  17″ × 5.7″ × 13.9″
   
  Front Panel Height
  3U / 132.6mm (5.25″)
   
  Power Requirements
  120V, 60Hz
   
  Power Consumption
  45W
   
  Standby Power Consumption
  <0.5W
   
  Net Weight
  10.1kg (22.27bs.)
   
  BTU Rating
  78 BTU/h
  Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)

  (20Hz–20kHz) <0.002%

   

  Frequency Response
  

  Line Level Inputs: 10Hz – 100kHz (+0dB, +0.1dB)

  Digital Inputs: 20Hz – 20kHz (0±0.5dB, Max)

  Phono Input: 20Hz – 20kHz (+0.3dB, -0.2dB)

   

  S/N Ratio (IHF “A” Weighted)
  

  Line Level Inputs (RCA): 117dB

  Line Level Inputs (XLR): 115dB

  Digital Inputs: 108dB

  Phono Input: 80dB

  Intermodulation Distortion

  (60Hz:7kHz, 4:1)

  <0.002%

   

  Input Sensitivity

  Line Level Inputs (RCA): 150mV

  Line Level Inputs (XLR): 250mV

  Digital Inputs: 0dBFs

  Phono Input (MM): 2.5mV

   

  Input Impedance

  Line Level Inputs (RCA): 100kΩ

  Line Level Inputs (XLR): 100kΩ

  Digital Inputs: 75Ω

  Phono Input (MM): 47kΩ

  Input Overload

  Line Level Inputs (RCA): 4V

  Line Level Inputs (XLR): 5.5V

  Phono Input: 64mV

   

  Output Level

  Unbalanced (RCA): 1V

  Balanced (XLR): 2V

   

  Channel Separation

  Line Level Inputs (RCA): >85dB

  Line Level Inputs (XLR): >75dB

  Phono Input: >85dB

   

  Tone Controls

  ±10dB at 100Hz / 10kHz

  Preout Level

  1.65 V (at – 20 dB)

   

  Coax/Optical Digital Input Signals

  LPCM (Up to 24-bit/192kHz)

   

  PC-USB

  USB Audio Class 1 (up to 24-bit/96kHz)
  USB Audio Class 2 (up to 32-bit/384kHz)

  *Driver installation required

  MQA and MQA Studio (up to 24-bit/384kHz )

  Roon Tested