S14 vs Arcam A15+
The A15+'s bit depth is 24-bit against the S14's 32-bit, its max sample rate 192 kHz against 384 kHz, and its power @ 4ω 120W against 150W. Both share power @ 8ω (80W).
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About the S14
The Rotel S14 is a high-performance integrated network streamer and amplifier delivering 80 watts per channel into 8 ohms or 150 watts into 4 ohms using Class AB amplification with a custom toroidal transformer. It features a premium 32-bit ESS Sabre DAC supporting high-resolution audio up to 32-bit/384kHz, including MQA and MQA Studio from Tidal and Qobuz. Streaming capabilities include Roon Ready certification, Spotify Connect, Tidal Connect, AirPlay 2, Chromecast built-in, dual-band Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and wireless aptX HD/AAC Bluetooth. Connectivity options encompass coaxial/optical digital inputs (up to 24/192), PC-USB (up to 24/384 with driver), analog RCA line-level inputs, USB-A for flash drives (MP3/WMA/AAC up to 32GB), headphone output, speaker binding posts, pre-outs, and subwoofer out. The front panel includes a color LCD display for album art and controls, with remote included. Designed for audiophile sound with low distortion, high current output, and robust power supply.
Specifications
Power Specifications
Amplification power output and characteristics
- Power @ 8Ω
- 80W @ 8Ω
- Power @ 4Ω
- 150W @ 4Ω
- Amplifier Class
- AB
Digital Audio
DAC capabilities and digital audio processing
- Bit Depth
- 32-bit
- Max Sample Rate
- 384 kHz
- MQA Support
- Yes
- DAC Chip
- ESS Sabre 32-bit DAC
Analog Output
Analog signal output specifications
- THD
- 0.040%
- SNR
- 100 dB
Connectivity
Input and output connections
- Bluetooth
- Yes
- Bluetooth Codecs
- aptX HD, AAC
- Wi-Fi
- Yes
- Ethernet
- Yes
- Digital Inputs
- Coaxial, Optical, PC-USB (Type B)
- Analog Inputs
- Analog RCA (line-level)
Streaming Services
Supported streaming platforms and protocols
- AirPlay
- v2
- Chromecast
- Yes
- Roon Ready
- Yes
- Spotify Connect
- Yes
- TIDAL Connect
- Yes
Physical Dimensions
Size, weight, and appearance
- Dimensions
- 432 × 92 × 343 mm (W × H × D)
- Weight
- 9.15 kg (20 lbs)
Key Specifications
Power: 80W
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