The RS201E is an Streaming Integrated Amplifier by HiFi Rose that delivers 50 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 50 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the RS201E compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. Thanks to its built-in ESS Sabre Reference ES9018 K2M DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit. HiFi Rose RS201E has an MSRP of 2195$.
There are 3 HiFi Rose amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
HiFi Rose Integrated Amplifier Series
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements.The HiFi Rose RS201E is rated at 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms. HiFi Rose provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.006% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 50 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k) at 0.006%
- 50 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 100dB Signal to Noise Ratio
When pairing the HiFi Rose RS201E with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the HiFi Rose RS201E Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the HiFi Rose RS201E amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the HiFi Rose RS201E, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
HiFi Rose RS201E has total of 1 Analog inputs .
HiFi Rose RS201E Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
- 1 Optical Digital Input
- USB Input:
- USB-A 2.0 (mass storage or hard drive)
- USB-A 3.0 (mass storage or hard drive)
- USB-C (Service Only)
Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
- 3.5mm Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
HiFi Rose RS201E features built-in Bluetooth 4.0 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
HiFi Rose RS201E doesn't have a phono input so in order to play your vinyl albums, HiFi Rose RS201E has to be paired with a Phono Preamp that is MM (Moving Magnet) or/and MC (Moving COil) depending on your cartridge type.
Subwoofer Output
HiFi Rose RS201E has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with HiFi Rose RS201E amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The HiFi Rose RS201E's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the RS201E is the
ESS Sabre Reference ES9018 K2M , and supports resolutions up to
32-bit, 384KHZ.
Rose Amp Connect Wireless Control App
HiFi Rose RS201E External Dimensions and Weight
HiFi Rose RS201E has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 3-5/16inch x 11inch x 9-7/16inch (85.0mm x 280.0mm x 240.0mm ). The unit weighs
2.30kg / 5.1lbs.
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the HiFi Rose RS201E is approximately 672.0cm2 / 104.2inch2.
- Width: 280.0mm (11")
- Height: 85.0mm (3-5/16")
- Depth: 240.0mm (9-7/16")
- Weight: 2.30 kg (5.07lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~672.0cm2 / 104.2inch2
- Volume: ~5.7 liter / 1.5 gallon
HiFi Rose RS201E screen
What's in the Box of HiFi Rose RS201E?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of RS201E:
Integrated amplifierAC power adapter (attached 6-feet DC cord)6-feet AC power cordRemote control2 AAA batteries4 ScrewsScrewdriverSimple Manual
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the HiFi Rose RS201E Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for HiFi Rose RS201E
Warranty
1 Year of parts warranty and 1 Year of labor warranty is generally provided for the HiFi Rose RS201E by the manufacturer.
HiFi Rose RS201E Lifestyle
| General |
| Brand |
HiFi Rose |
| Full Model Name |
HiFi Rose RS201E |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Amp Class |
eARC |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
50 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
50 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20-20k |
| THD |
0.006% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
100 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
ESS Sabre Reference ES9018 K2M |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| WiFi |
802.11ac |
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
Ready |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
1 |
| Phono Input |
No |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
No |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
USB-A 2.0 (mass storage or hard drive), USB-A 3.0 (mass storage or hard drive),USB-C (Service Only) |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
3.5mm |
| Removable Power Cord |
AC power adapter |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
85.0mm (3-5/16") |
| Width |
280.0mm (11") |
| Depth |
240.0mm (9-7/16") |
| Weight |
2.30 kg (5.07lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Screen |
8.8-inch Capacitive Touch |
| Parts Warranty |
1 Year |
| Labor Warranty |
1 Year |