Rotel S14 vs Audiolab 6000A Detailed Comparison

Rotel S14 vs Audiolab 6000A

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Rotel S14

Integrated Amplifier | 80 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Rotel S14 vs Audiolab 6000A Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing S14 and 6000A, two Integrated Amplifiers from Rotel and Audiolab. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Rotel S14 and Audiolab 6000A first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Rotel S14 Key Specs

80 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

USB Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 20.17 lbs / 9.17 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):3-5/8inch x 17inch x 14-13/16inch

Audiolab 6000A Key Specs

50 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Built-in DAC

Phono Input

Bluetooth

Weight: 17.19 lbs / 7.81 kg

Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/16inch x 17-9/16inch x 14-1/8inch

What size room are the Rotel S14 and Audiolab 6000A 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 S14	Audiolab 6000A
Near-field	Poor	Average
Small Room	Average	Good
Mid-size Room	Good	Average
Large Room	Average	Poor
Very Large Room	Poor	Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Rotel S14 and Audiolab 6000A 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 S14 over Audiolab 6000A

Full-color Display	Yes vs No	Displays Album and device Info
App-Based Control	Yes vs None	Control the amplifier via an app
Watts into 8-ohms	80 watts vs 50 watts	Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms	150 watts vs 75 watts	Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Signal to Noise Ratio	100 dB vs 76 dB	Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Wi-Fi	Yes vs No	High quality streaming over WiFi
Coaxial Digital Inputs	No vs 2	More options for connecting Digital sources
USB Input	Yes vs Firmware only	Connect Sources via USB
Apple AirPlay	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay
Apple AirPlay 2	Yes vs No	Compatible with Apple Devices with AirPlay 2
Built-in Chromecast	Yes vs No	Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
Roon	Ready vs No	Roon Compatibility
Built-in Chromecast	Yes vs No	Compatible with Chromecast Streaming
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 Audiolab 6000A over Rotel S14

MSRP Price(*)	899USD vs 2,499USD	costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)	0.003% vs 0.04%	Less Harmonic Distortion
Total Analog Inputs	4 vs 1	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 No	More options for connecting Digital sources
Base Surface Area	1604.7cm²/ 248.7inch² vs 1628.0cm²/ 252.3inch²	takes less space in your room
Height	78mm vs 93mm	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 S14 and Audiolab 6000A differs from each other.

Rotel S14 Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
1 Optical Digital Input
USB Input:
- USB Type A input for connecting a flash drive
- USB Type B input for connecting a computer
Ethernet Port

Audiolab 6000A Inputs

Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
Phono Input
2 Optical Digital Input
2 Coaxial Digital Input

Rotel S14 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs

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

Outputs

Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
Pre-out/Main-in Loop
1/4 Headphone Output

Audiolab 6000A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Rotel S14?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of S14:

Stereo integrated amplifier

58-inch AC power cord

Remote control

CR2035 3V battery (pre-installed)

2 Wifi antennas

1 Bluetooth antenna

5-feet USB-B to USB-A cable

57-inch Ethernet cable

USB Audio Driver thumbdrive

Hex-key

Quick Installation Guide

Important Safety Instructions

Addendum For Roon Ready

Spotify Connect Instructions

What's in the Box of Audiolab 6000A?

Here are the items that come with the 6000A:

Integrated amplifier

6.5-feet AC power cord

Remote control

Bluetooth antenna

User Instructions