8 1/2″ wide, 25 Watts/channel into 8 Ohms of Class AB power plus DAC = $1499.
I’ve been eyeing Rotel’s Michi line for some time and this new little DX-5 integrated hasn’t fallen far from that visually appealing tree.
TFT color display, 1x analog RCA input, 4x digital inputs, SUB out, Bluetooth, and binding posts. Ready for Roon, ready for action.
The new Rotal DX-5 Stereo Integrated Amplifier can be yours in black or silver for $1499.
Here’s the press release:
Rotel DX-5 Redefines Personal Audio with Audiophile-Grade Sound, Precision, and Uncompromising Musicality
Tokyo, Japan (April 8, 2025) – Rotel DX-5 Stereo Integrated Amplifier – a sleek powerhouse delivering 33 Watts/channel into 4 ohms (25 Watts/channel at 8 ohms) of Class AB brilliance. Powered by an in-house toroidal transformer and high-current transistors, it offers pristine highs, detailed midrange, and deep bass. The 768kHz ESS ES9039Q2M Sabre DAC ensures ultra-low noise (100 dB SNR) and a wide soundstage (10 Hz – 100k Hz, ±0.19 dB).
Versatility abounds with HDMI ARC for seamless TV audio, a subwoofer output for 2.1-channel setups, and a headphone jack for private listening. Connect via PC-USB (32-bit/384kHz PCM, DSD 4x), Coaxial/Optical (24-bit/192kHz), aptXTM HD/AAC Bluetooth, or RCA analog inputs. Roon Tested certification enhances your high-res music experience, while the precision volume control (0.5dB steps, 680 mV sensitivity) perfects every note.
Weighing 4.1 kg, the DX-5’s compact design (215 x 76 x 251 mm, 8 1/2 in x 3 in x 9 3/4 in) features a full-color TFT display and an aluminum remote, blending elegance with intuitive operation. Available in black or silver.
Suggested Retail Pricing: DX-5 USD $1,499.00
Shipping and Market Availability
Products will be available in North America, Europe and the UK in April 2025 with the rest of the world to follow soon after.
About Rotel
Rotel audio products are known worldwide for their quality, reliability, value, and, above all, exceptional sound reproduction. Family-owned since 1961, Rotel has utilized the resources of its formidable international design team and manufactured its products in its own sophisticated production facilities. Rotel proudly offers a complete range of electronics that have consistently received critical acclaim and coveted industry awards. With substantial investment in new technologies and manufacturing, Rotel is prepared to meet the challenges of an evolving specialty electronics marketplace.
Company Website: Rotel