The Rotel RC-1590 MKII Preamplifier is a reference-grade stereo preamplifier engineered for audiophiles seeking uncompromising sound quality, advanced digital processing, and exceptional system flexibility. Built around dual custom toroidal transformers, the RC-1590 MKII provides dedicated power supplies for analog and digital circuits, reducing noise and distortion while preserving musical detail and dynamics. A premium Texas Instruments 32-bit/384kHz DAC delivers precise high-resolution audio playback, enhanced by carefully tuned output filter stages that create a spacious soundstage and accurate imaging. The preamplifier supports a wide range of sources, including balanced XLR inputs, analog RCA connections, optical and coaxial digital inputs, PC-USB with MQA decoding, aptX and AAC Bluetooth, and a Moving Magnet phono stage for vinyl playback. DIRECT-PATH bypass modes maintain signal purity by minimizing unnecessary circuitry in the audio path. With dual RCA and XLR outputs, dedicated subwoofer connectivity, and support for bi-amplification configurations, the RC-1590 MKII serves as a sophisticated control center for high-end stereo systems.
Rotel RC-1590 MKII Preamplifier
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The Rotel RC-1590 MKII Preamplifier is a reference-grade stereo preamplifier engineered for audiophiles seeking uncompromising sound quality, advanced digital processing, and exceptional system flexibility. Built around dual custom toroidal transformers, the RC-1590 MKII provides dedicated power supplies for analog and digital circuits, reducing noise and distortion while preserving musical detail and dynamics. A premium Texas Instruments 32-bit/384kHz DAC delivers precise high-resolution audio playback, enhanced by carefully tuned output filter stages that create a spacious soundstage and accurate imaging. The preamplifier supports a wide range of sources, including balanced XLR inputs, analog RCA connections, optical and coaxial digital inputs, PC-USB with MQA decoding, aptX and AAC Bluetooth, and a Moving Magnet phono stage for vinyl playback. DIRECT-PATH bypass modes maintain signal purity by minimizing unnecessary circuitry in the audio path. With dual RCA and XLR outputs, dedicated subwoofer connectivity, and support for bi-amplification configurations, the RC-1590 MKII serves as a sophisticated control center for high-end stereo systems.
- Dual Toroidal Transformers
- Premium DAC Technology
- Versatile Connectivity Options
- Direct Signal Path
- Flexible Outputs
In The Box
- RC-1590MKII Preamplifier
- Remote
- Power Cord
- Manual
- Total Harmonic Distortion (20 Hz - 20k Hz): < 0.002%
- Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz : 7 kHz, 4:1): < 0.002%
- Input Sensitivity / Impedance
- Phono Input (MM): 2.5 mV / 47k ohms
- Line Level Inputs (RCA): 150 mV / 100k ohms
- Line Level Inputs (XLR): 250 mV / 100k ohms
- Input Overload
- Phono Input: 64 mV
- Line Level Inputs (RCA): 4 V
- Line Level Inputs (XLR): 5.5 V
- Output Level
- Line Level (RCA): 1 V
- Balance (XLR): 2 V
- Frequency Response
- Phono Input: 20 Hz - 20k Hz, +0.3, -- 0.2dB
- Line Level Inputs (RCA): 10 Hz - 100k Hz, +0, -- 0.1dB
- Line Level Inputs (XLR): 10 Hz - 100k Hz, +0, -- 0.1dB
- Tone Controls
- Bass: +/- 10 dB at 100Hz
- Treble: +/- 10 dB at 10kHz
- Signal to Noise Ratio (A weighting)
- Phono Input: 80 dB
- Line Level Inputs (RCA): 117 dB
- Line Level Inputs (XLR): 115 dB
- Channel Separation
- Phono Input: > 85 dB
- Line Level Inputs (RCA): > 85 dB
- Line Level Inputs (XLR): > 75 dB
- Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20kHz (±0.5 dB, Max)
- Signal to Noise Ratio (A weighting): 108 dB
- Input Sensitivity / Impedance: 0dBFS / 75 ohms
- Preamplifier Output Level: 1.65V (at -- 20dB)
- Digital Inputs: SPDIF LPCM (up to 192kHz 24 bit)
- PC-USB
- USB Audio Class 1.0 (up to 96kHz 24 bit)
- USB Audio Class 2.0 (up to 384kHz 32bit) *Driver installation required*
- MQA and MQA Studio (up to 384kHz 24bit)
- Roon Tested
- General
- Power Requirements: 120 Volts, 60 Hz
- Power Consumption: 45 watts
- Standby Power Consumption: < 0.5 watts
- BTU: 78 BTU/h
- Dimensions (W x H x D): 17” x 5-11/16” x 13-7/9”
- Front Panel Height: 3U (5-1/4”)
- Weight (net): 22.27 lbs.
PRODUCT INFORMATION:
Model: FR01270 | Barcode: 672563270116
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