Rotel RA-1572 MKII vs NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Detailed Comparison

Rotel RA-1572 MKII vs NAD Masters Series M10 V2

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Rotel RA-1572 MKII

Integrated Amplifier | 120 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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NAD Masters Series M10 V2

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Rotel RA-1572 MKII vs NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing two different type of speakers . Rotel RA-1572 MKII is a Integrated Amplifier with built-in DAC speaker whereas the Masters Series M10 V2 is a Streaming Integrated Amplifier speaker.

Let's have a brief look at the main features of Rotel RA-1572 MKII and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Rotel RA-1572 MKII Key Specs

120 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

USB Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 30.05 lbs / 13.66 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):5-11/16inch x 17-1/16inch x 15-3/16inch

NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Key Specs

100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

USB Input

HDMI Input (eARC)

Bluetooth v4.0

Built-in Room Correction

Weight: 11.00 lbs / 5.00 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):3-15/16inch x 8-9/16inch x 10-15/16inch

What size room are the Rotel RA-1572 MKII and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment	Rotel RA-1572 MKII	NAD Masters Series M10 V2
Near-field	Poor	Poor
Small Room	Poor	Poor
Mid-size Room	Good	Good
Large Room	Good	Good
Very Large Room	Average	Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Rotel RA-1572 MKII and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.

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Reasons to choose Rotel RA-1572 MKII over NAD Masters Series M10 V2

MSRP Price(*)	2,100USD vs 2,999USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms	120 watts vs 100 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms	200 watts vs 100 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.018% vs 0.03%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio	100 dB vs 90 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Total Analog Inputs	4 vs 2	More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput	Yes vs No	Connect a turntable directly to your amp
Optical Digital Inputs	2 vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs	2 vs 1	More options for connecting Digital sources
Headphone Output	3.5mm vs No	Connect your headphone to the amplifier
Max Bit Depth	32-bit vs 24-bit	Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate	384kHz vs 192kHz	Play higher resolution media

Reasons to choose NAD Masters Series M10 V2 over Rotel RA-1572 MKII

Built-in Room Correction	Yes vs No	Adjusts audio output to compensate for acoustic anomalies in a listening space
Full-color Display	Yes vs No	Displays Album and device Info
Wi-Fi	Yes vs No	High quality streaming over WiFi
Apple AirPlay	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
BluOS	Yes vs No	Compatible with BluOS Wireless Ecosystem
Base Surface Area	606.0cm²/ 93.9inch² vs 1675.2cm²/ 259.7inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	101mm vs 145mm	Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Rotel RA-1572 MKII and NAD Masters Series M10 V2 differs from each other.

Rotel RA-1572 MKII Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
2 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A front(Connects to iOS devices)
- USB-A rear (Charging only)
- USB-B (allows connection to your Windows PC or Mac computer)
Ethernet Port

NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
1 Optical Digital Input
1 Coaxial Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB-A(Thumbdrive/External HD)
HDMI eARC
Ethernet Port

Rotel RA-1572 MKII Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
3.5mm Headphone Output
Subwoofer Output

Outputs

Stereo RCA, Sub Preamp Outputs
Subwoofer Output

NAD Masters Series M10 V2 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Rotel RA-1572 MKII?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of RA-1572 MKII:

Stereo integrated amplifier

58-inch AC power cord

Remote control (RR-AX93)

2 AA batteries

5-feet USB-B to USB-A cable

57-inch Ethernet cable

Quick Installation Guide

Warranty/Registration Card

Important Safety Instructions

Addendum For Roon Test

What's in the Box of NAD Masters Series M10 V2?

Here are the items that come with the Masters Series M10 V2:

Integrated streaming amplifier

6-feet AC power cord

Remote control (with two 3V batteries)

Auto calibration microphone

USB microphone adapter

Cleaning cloth

Quick Setup Guide

Internet Update Guidlines

Important Safety Instructions

Dirac Live Quickstart Guide

Warranty Card