The DX-5 is an Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC by Rotel that delivers . Minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes the DX-5 compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. Thanks to its built-in DAC, you can play digital sources directly without the need for an external DAC unit.
There are 10 Rotel amplifiers in our database. Below you can see the main specs of these amps.
Rotel 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 Rotel DX-5 is rated at 25 watts RMS into 8-ohms. Rotel provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.03% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 25 watts into 8-ohms (20-20k) at 0.03%
- 33 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 100dB Signal to Noise Ratio
When pairing the Rotel DX-5 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.
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the Rotel DX-5, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
Inputs
- 1 Optical Digital Input
- 1 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
Outputs
Bluetooth Connectivity
Rotel DX-5 features built-in Bluetooth 5.0 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Phono Input
Rotel DX-5 doesn't have a phono input so in order to play your vinyl albums, Rotel DX-5 has to be paired with a Phono Preamp that is MM (Moving Magnet) or/and MC (Moving COil) depending on your cartridge type.
DAC and Digital Music
The Rotel DX-5's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC.
Rotel DX-5 External Dimensions and Weight
Rotel DX-5 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 2-7/8 x 8-1/2 x 11-1/8 inch (73.0 x 215.9 x 282.6 mm ). The unit weighs
4.13kg / 9.1lbs.
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 Rotel DX-5 is approximately 610.1cm2 / 94.6inch2.
- Width: 215.9mm (8-1/2")
- Height: 73.0mm (2-7/8")
- Depth: 282.6mm (11-1/8")
- Weight: 4.13 kg (9.10lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~610.1cm2 / 94.6inch2
- Volume: ~4.5 liter / 1.2 gallon
Warranty
5 Years of parts warranty and 5 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the Rotel DX-5 by the manufacturer.
| General |
| Brand |
Rotel |
| Full Model Name |
Rotel DX-5 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Amp Class |
Class AB |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
25 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
33 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20-20k |
| THD |
0.03% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
100 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| WiFi |
|
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
Tested |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
|
| Phono Input |
No |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
1 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
1 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| Preamp Outputs |
No |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
1/4 |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 3-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
73.0mm (2-7/8") |
| Width |
215.9mm (8-1/2") |
| Depth |
282.6mm (11-1/8") |
| Weight |
4.13 kg (9.10lbs) |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
5 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
5 Years |