The Brand Launches the RSP-1576MKII and RAP-1580MKII Surround Processors

RSP-1576MKII Front
RAP-1580MKII Front

TOKYO, JAPAN (September 8, 2020) – The RSP-1576MKII and RAP-1580MKII join the Rotel family of home theater components, including license for best-in-class Dirac room correction technology ensuring accurate room calibration and system configuration for installations of any size. Built on six decades of audio design experience, these models continue to deliver on the promise of acoustic performance and exceptional value synonymous with Rotel.

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The RSP-1576MKII is designed as a multi-channel preamplifier, leveraging audio performance engineered utilizing Rotel’s proprietary Balanced Design Concept built on an in-house manufactured toroidal transformer, with low distortion – noise rejection circuit layout and acoustic tuning of all critical audio circuits. The Rotel RAP-1580MKII is user-friendly, powerful, flexible, and refined. It is a state-of-the-art single chassis audio and video component that outperforms most separates. In stereo or surround sound, this is a serious audio component.

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Control system integration of both the RSP-1576MKII and RAP-1580MKII is made easy with RS232 and IP Ethernet controls including software updates, three assignable independent 12V trigger outputs, wired IR input/ output, and available custom rack mount kit. The units will be available through authorized Rotel dealers beginning September 2020, further product details can be found listed below.

RSP-1576MKII Back
RAP-1580MKII Back

PRODUCT PRICING:
  • RSP-1576MKII (available September 2020): $3,499 USD
  • RAP-1580MKII (available October 2020): $4,999 USD
RSP-1576MKII SURROUND SOUND FEATURES AND CAPABILITIES:
  • Supports theaters up to 7.1.4 channels of Dolby Atmos and DTS:X audio formats using the latest Texas Instruments quad-core DSP.
  • Surround processor utilizes an array of 6 audiophile grade Wolfson DACs and is fully licensed for DIRAC Live Full room correction software and includes a measurement microphone
  • Dirac Live Full enables 20Hz – 20kHz automatic frequency and time domain adjustments ensuring optimal performance in any size theater.
  • Features 7 HDMI 4K HDR video inputs and 2 HDMI 4K HDR video outputs
  • The video processing is complimented with an array of audio inputs including XLR, PC-USB (24b/192k), optical (3), coaxial (3), RCA analog (3), iPod USB, apt-X Bluetooth, 7.1 multichannel input and for classic vinyl lovers there is even an Moving Magnet Phono Stage input.
  • Available in both Silver and Black colors.

RSP-1576MKII Internal
RAP-1580MKII Internal

RAP-1580MKII AMPLIFIED SURROUND PROCESSOR FEATURES AND CAPABILITIES:
  • Includes 7 channels of Class AB amplification delivering 100 Watts per channel into 8 ohm loads, all channels driven and 200 Watts of power in 4 ohm loads 2 channel driven utilizing an oversized Rotel factory built toroidal transformer and high efficiency slit foil capacitors.
  • The latest Texas Instruments quad-core DSP and array of 6 Wolfson 24bit 192kHz audiophile grade DACs ensures the audio meets the highest of acoustic standards worthy of Rotel.
  • The DSP and DACs are supported with critically tuned sonic components delivering clean, accurate and precise audio to the array of amplifier output devices ensuring effortless energy and tremendous depth to the sound stage.
  • Includes support and license for Dirac Live LE acoustic room correction technology including adjustments in the most difficult frequency region from 20Hz to 500Hz.
  • Utilizing the included calibration microphone the Dirac software measures and calculates the DSP coefficients for a totally unique, pristine listening experience.
  • A full set of source inputs are available including optical, coaxial, analog, XLR, iPod USB, PC-USB (24/192), apt-X Bluetooth for high quality wireless streaming and a Moving Magnet Phono Stage for classic vinyl fans.
  • The 8 HDMI inputs include 7 on the back and 1 on the front with 3 supporting HDMI 4K/HDR pass-through and both HDMI outputs supporting 4K/HDR.
  • Available in both Silver and Black colors.

ALTAbout ROTEL

Rotel audio products are known worldwide for their quality, reliability, value, and, above all, exceptional sound reproduction. Since 1961, Rotel has utilized the resources of its formidable international design team and has 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.