Rotel Michi X5 S2 Dual Mono Stereo Integrated Amplifier

Michi X5 S2 Integrated Amplifier

The Michi X5 Series 2 integrated amplifier offers uncompromising audio performance, housed in a sleek, modern design. The Rotel Michi X5 Series 2 delivers a powerful 2x350 Watts in Class AB into 8 ohms, maintaining precision and detail, whether you use analog, XLR, digital, USB, Bluetooth apt-X or Phono MM input.

Digital audio is reproduced using a precision 8-channel ESS SABRE ES9028PRO DAC, configured to dedicate 4 channels to each of the left and right stereo channels, reducing background noise and distortion for a wide and extended sound image.

The elegant design of the Michi X5 Series 2 fits seamlessly into any environment and the music sources that can be connected are numerous, whether in analog RCA, balanced XLR, phono MM input, Bluetooth aptXTM HD, coaxial and optical. The PC-USB input supports PCM (32-bit 384kHz) and Quad DSD (11.2MHz) files with full MQA hardware decoding up to 24-bit 384kHz.

The Michi X5 Series 2 is built for music lovers and audiophiles: every aspect of its design, from concept to manufacturing, has been meticulously refined to deliver exceptional performance. It is powered by two oversized, in-house-built, shielded, low-noise toroidal transformers, which feed a bank of 4 x 22,000uF high-efficiency capacitors aligned in parallel. Dedicated power supplies isolate the analog and digital drive currents, further reducing electrical noise and interference for clarity of the mid/high frequencies.

Operation and setup of the X5 Series 2 is simple with an infrared remote control, front-panel controls and a large graphic display, with the ability to customize the output display. Dual platinum-plated speaker binding posts, designed by Rotel, allow bi-wiring of speakers. For private listening, a 6.35 mm headphone socket is available directly on the front panel.

Finally, the RS232 and Ethernet connections ensure full compatibility with automation and control systems.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Class AB integrated amplifier with power of 2x350W on 8 ohms and 2x600W on 4ohms

ESS SABRE ES9028PRO 8-Channel DAC (32-bit 768kHz) configured in STEREO

Inputs: Coaxial (3), Optical (3) and Analog RCA (4)

PC-USB input with DSD 4X decoding and MQA rendering

Bluetooth aptXTM HD and AAC

MM (Moving Magnet) Phono Input

XLR Balanced Input

Twin oversized toroidal transformers, developed and manufactured by Rotel, high current output for exceptional bass energy, while maintaining control and precision in the smallest details

Four BHC capacitors (made in UK) with high energy reserve always available to ensure enormous output power, fast, accurate, even under extreme load conditions

High resolution TFT front display, settable with various functions and indications

IP and RS232 for control systems

Remote control

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Continuous Power Output

350W/CH (8Ω)

600W/CH (4Ω)

Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.009%

Frequency Response

Line Inputs: 10HZ - 100KHZ (+0DB, -0.4DB)

Digital Inputs: 20HZ - 20KHZ (0 ± 0.4DB)

Phono Input: 20HZ – 20KHZ (+0DB, +0.4DB)

Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF “A” weighted)

Line Inputs: 102DB

Digital Inputs: 102DB

Phono Input: 80DB

Intermodulation Distortion (60HZ:7KHZ, 4:1): <0.03%

Damping Factor (20HZ – 20KHZ, 8Ω): 350

Channel separation: >65DB

Input sensitivity

Line inputs (RCA): 340MV

Line inputs (XLR): 540MV

Phono input (MM): 5.2MV

Input impedance

Line inputs (RCA): 100KΩ

Line inputs (XLR): 100KΩ

Digital inputs: 75Ω

Phono input (MM): 47KΩ

Input overload

Line inputs (RCA): 3.5V

Line inputs (XLR): 5.5V

Phono input: 60MV

Preamp Output Level: 1V

Preamp Output Impedance: 470Ω

Tone Controls: ±10DB AT 100HZ / 10KHZ

Electrical/Optical Input Formats: SPDIF LPCM (up to 24-BIT/192KHZ)

PC-USB: USB Audio Class 1 (up to 24/96), USB AUDIO CLASS 2 (up to 32/384) driver installation required

DSD and DOP Support

MQA and MQA Studio Support

Roon Tested

Dimensions (WxHxD): 485x195x452mm

Weight: 43.8Kg