ROTEL C8 AND ROTEL C8+ CUSTOM INSTALLATION AMPLIFIERS ANNOUNCED

Tokyo based brand Rotel has announced the Rotel C8 and Rotel C8+ custom installation amplifiers.

The new Class AB CI amplifiers deliver eight channels of multi-zone audio. The amplifiers are powered by an oversized, in-house manufactured toroidal transformer feeding an array of high current dedicated output devices comfortably driving even demanding loudspeakers.

Rotel C8 and Rotel C8+ Custom Installation Amplifiers

ROTEL C8 AND ROTEL C8+

The Rotel C8 Custom Installation Amplifier delivers 70 watts of power per channel into 4-ohm loads, and the C8+ Custom Installation Amplifier delivers 150 watts of power per channel into 4-ohm loads, with all channels driven. Zone outputs are bridged delivering 140W and 300W respectively into 4 ohms and an auto-sensing, auto-switching PA Override feature ensures installation flexibility. Both units feature four analogue source inputs available to all zone outputs through internal matrix switching, further customizable with independent volume, balance, bass, and treble settings. The C8+ also includes two optical and two coaxial digital inputs supporting 24-bit/192kHz audio matrixed to the outputs.

RACK MOUNTING

The front panel of each amplifier features a graphic display with controls to ensure user-friendly setup and operation including selection of the active matrixed input source and volume control of each zone in real-time. The custom-engineered 2U height chassis does not require top or bottom clearance spacing for ultra-efficient rack mounting with the included rack ears. Speaker outputs utilize detachable Phoenix connectors for pre-wire installation with worry-free secure screw-locking mechanisms. Ethernet, RS232 and 12V trigger connections provide easy integration with popular control systems.

Rotel C8 and Rotel C8+ Custom Installation Amplifiers rear panel

ROTEL C8 AND ROTEL C8+ PRICE AND AVAILABILITY

The C8 and C8+ will be available in the United States in black finish beginning in May of 2022 and the rest of the world shortly thereafter.

Rotel C8 Custom Installation Amplifier: $2,599, £2,350, € 2,600 (MSRP)

Rotel C8+ Custom Installation Amplifier: $3,199, £2,850, € 3,200 (MSRP)

HiFi Pig Says: These look like amps to audition if you are setting up your own Custom Install system.

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