C50 vs Rotel RA-1592MKII
The RA-1592MKII's thd is 0.008% against the C50's 0.002%, its output voltage 1.9V RMS against 2.5V RMS, its weight 17.63 kg (39 lbs) against 12.9 kg (28 lbs), and its width 431 mm against 445 mm.
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The C50 is a versatile preamplifier that supports a wide range of audio sources. It includes eight analog inputs, four digital inputs, and a dedicated USB input. The preamp is equipped with Moving Coil and Moving Magnet phono sections, both of which are fully adjustable from the remote control. It also features an eight-band tone control, output level meters, and a tape monitor loop. The C50 supports home theater pass-through and has RS232 software upgradability. It is designed to integrate seamlessly into high-fidelity audio systems, providing accurate and engaging sound reproduction.
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The RA-1592MKII's thd is 0.008% against the C50's 0.002%, its output voltage 1.9V RMS against 2.5V RMS, its weight 17.63 kg (39 lbs) against 12.9 kg (28 lbs), and its width 431 mm against 445 mm.
The Hautonga's thd is 0.050% against the C50's 0.002%, its output voltage 1.5V RMS against 2.5V RMS, its weight 14 kg (31 lbs) against 12.9 kg (28 lbs), and its width 450 mm against 445 mm.
The LS26's thd is 0.010% against the C50's 0.002%, its output voltage 2.0V RMS against 2.5V RMS, its weight 7.5 kg (17 lbs) against 12.9 kg (28 lbs), and its width 480 mm against 445 mm.
The S-5's output voltage is 2.0V RMS against the C50's 2.5V RMS, its weight 12 kg (26 lbs) against 12.9 kg (28 lbs), and its width 480 mm against 445 mm. Both share thd (0.002%).
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