Rotel Michi P5

The Michi P5 control amplifier delivers unrivaled audio processing performance with a full range of analog and digital inputs. The result of over three years of work, every aspect of the P5 has been meticulously designed, including the power supply, circuitry, and carefully selected key components. This ensures the most pristine signal path, eliminating unwanted noise and distortion.

The dual 32-bit AKM DACs power the Class A preamplifier, ensuring precision, accuracy, and the highest musical fidelity while preserving the rhythm and timing essential to all musical genres, regardless of your listening style. These circuits work with a set of 17 independent voltage regulators driven by two custom-designed, in-house manufactured toroidal transformers paired with optimized low Equivalent Series Resistance (ESR) capacitors to provide isolated, ripple-free current to all critical circuits.

Accuracy and precision are essential for reproducing sounds, just as much as delivering enjoyable and entertaining music. The P5 excels in all aspects, leveraging over 55 years of experience in audio design. Our custom manufacturing facility ensures a preamplifier that meets the most stringent quality standards, proudly bearing the Michi logo.

RS232 and Ethernet connections allow for easy integration with automation and control devices.

The Michi P5 features MQA (Master Quality Authenticated) technology, enabling you to play back MQA audio files and streams, delivering the sound of the original master recording.

• Premium 32-bit/768kHz AKM analog-to-digital converter
• Compatible with MQA format

Measurements

• Total harmonic distortion: 20Hz–20kHz) <0.002%
• Frequency response:
  • Line Inputs: 10 Hz - 100 kHz (±0.3dB)
  • Digital Inputs: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.3dB)
  • Phono Input: 20 Hz - 20 kHz (±0.3dB)
• Signal-to-noise ratio (IHF “A” weighted)
  • Line Inputs: 116dB
  • Digital Inputs: 100dB
  • Phono Input: 80 dB

Connectivity

• Moving magnet and moving coil phono input
• Bluetooth with apt-X and AAC
• 2x Balanced XLR input and output
• 4x RCA analog input + 1 phono
• 3x Optical digital input
• 3x Coaxial digital input
• 1x Line OUT
• 1x SUB output
• 1x PRE OUT
• 1x Coaxial and optical digital output
• 1x RJ45 Ethernet port
• 2x USB port (type A and B)
• 1x RS232
• 2x Trigger output

General

• Power supply: 120V, 60Hz
• Power consumption
  • Operating: 40W
  • Standby: <0.5W
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 485 × 150 × 452 mm
  • Front panel height: 132mm
• Weight: 22.9 Kg