The Elicit MK5 is an integrated amplifier with built-in DAC by Rega that delivers 105 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms. It was released in June 2022. It is a 2-channel design using a Class A/B output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It has a built-in DAC, so you can play digital sources directly with no separate DAC unit needed. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The Rega Elicit MK5 has an MSRP of $3,345.
Rega Elicit MK5 Amplifier Internal View
There are 8 Rega amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
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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 Rega Elicit MK5 is rated at 105 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Rega provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.007% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 105 watts into 8-ohms at 0.007%
- 127 watts into 6-ohms
- 162 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
How loud will 105 watts actually play in your room? →
Wiring more than one pair of speakers to it? Check the load first →
Which speakers suit the Rega Elicit MK5?
105 W into 8 ohms, 160 W into 4, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
Rega Elicit MK5 is rated at 105 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our 91 to 120 watts band. The next band up is 121 to 180 watts, which is worth about 1.5dB more output. That is a real difference in headroom on peaks, and a modest one in how loud the system plays - power and loudness are not the same thing.
Before buying watts, check what your speakers actually need: the amp and speaker matcher works it out from their sensitivity, impedance and your room. Plenty of systems are better served by the 61 to 90 watts band and better speakers.
When pairing the Rega Elicit MK5 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 Rega Elicit MK5 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the Rega Elicit MK5 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Poor |
| Small Room | Poor |
| Mid-size Room | Good |
| Large Room | Good |
| Very Large Room | Average |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Rega Elicit MK5, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Rega Elicit MK5 has total of 4 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
Rega Elicit MK5 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
- Phono Input
- 1 Optical Digital Input
- 1 Coaxial Digital Input
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
- 1/4-inch Headphone Output
Rega Elicit MK5's terminals
Bluetooth Connectivity
Rega Elicit MK5 doesn't have bluetooth connectivity feature. In order to stream your music via bluetooth, the easiest way is to connect an external bluetooth receiver to your Rega Elicit MK5. Two bluetooth receivers that we recommend are the
iFi Zen Blue V2 and the
Audioengine B1.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
Phono Input
Rega Elicit MK5 features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Subwoofer Output
Rega Elicit MK5 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 Rega Elicit MK5 amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The Rega Elicit MK5's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC.
Rega Elicit MK5 Physical Controls
Rega Elicit MK5 External Dimensions and Weight
Rega Elicit MK5 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 3.2inch x 17inch x 13.4inch (82.0mm x 432.0mm x 340.0mm ). The unit weighs
12.5 kg (28.5 lbs).
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 Rega Elicit MK5 is approximately 1468.8cm2 / 227.7inch2.
- Width: 432.0mm (17")
- Height: 82.0mm (3.2")
- Depth: 340.0mm (13.4")
- Weight: 12.5 kg (28.5 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1468.8cm2 / 227.7inch2
- Volume: ~12.0 liter / 3.2 gallon
Available colors
Rega Elicit MK5 is available in Black color options.
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the Rega Elicit MK5 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for Rega Elicit MK5
Warranty
Lifetime Limited Warranty of parts warranty and Lifetime Limited Warranty of labor warranty is generally provided for the Rega Elicit MK5 by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
Rega |
| Full Model Name |
Rega Elicit MK5 |
| Release Date |
June 2022 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
105 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
127 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
162 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
|
| THD |
0.007% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
N/A |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
No |
| WiFi |
|
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
4 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
1 |
| USB Input |
No |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
1/4-inch |
| Removable Power Cord |
Yes |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
82.0mm (3.2") |
| Width |
432.0mm (17") |
| Depth |
340.0mm (13.4") |
| Weight |
12.5 kg (28.5 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Black |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
Lifetime Limited Warranty |
| Labor Warranty |
Lifetime Limited Warranty |