P5 2 vs RA-1592MKII
The RA-1592MKII's signal-to-noise is 103 dB against the P5 2's 100 dB and its thd 0.008% against 0.002%. Both share bit depth (32-bit) and max sample rate (384 kHz).
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About the P5 2
The Rotel Michi P5 Series 2 Preamplifier utilizes twin 8-channel high precision ESS SABRE ES9028PRO Digital to Analog converters configured in MONO mode with redundant signal processing by 8 DAC circuits per channel to extract exceptional details and nuances on a wide sound stage. It supports a comprehensive range of inputs including balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, MM/MC phono stage, PC-USB with PCM up to 32-bit/384kHz, Quad DSD 11.2MHz, full MQA hardware decoding up to 24-bit/384kHz, coaxial/optical digital, Bluetooth aptX HD and AAC. Outputs include balanced XLR, unbalanced RCA, preamp outputs, mono sub output, line output, digital output, and headphone jack. Dual shielded custom toroidal transformers power 16 independent regulated supplies isolating critical circuits for low noise performance. It is Roon Tested and features tone controls, 12V triggers, RS232, Ethernet for integration, and a minimalist front panel with rotary controls and display.
Specifications
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- DSD Support
- DSD256
- MQA Support
- Yes
- DAC Chip
- ESS SABRE ES9028PRO
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.002%
- SNR
- 100 dB
- Output Voltage
- 12.0V RMS
- Output Impedance
- 470Ω
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- aptX HD, AAC
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- Coaxial, Optical, PC-USB
- Analog Inputs
- Balanced XLR, Unbalanced RCA, MM/MC phono stage
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 485 × 150 × 452 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 22.9 kg (50 lbs)
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