Info Sheet
Stereo Control Amplifier
RC-1590
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It’s all about control.
The RC-1590 stereo preamplifier has been engineered to the
highest audio performance levels and provides an incredible
level of control and flexibility for the user. Starting with a high
performance power supply consisting of two Rotel custom built
toroidal transformers for maximum eiciency and low magnetic
fields, these transformers provide low-noise isolation between
the analog and digital signals. They are part of a reference-
grade power supply consisting of individual analog and digital
regulator circuits with custom-made slit-foil capacitors. Slit-foil
capacitors have very quick charge discharge times and low signal
loss ensuring tight bass performance.
Rotel engineers wanted to create a reference quality stereo
preamplifier to match with our new RB-1590 stereo power
amplifier. Every aspect of component selection and circuit
topography was designed and carefully evaluated during
multiple listening sessions to ensure the highest fidelity. For
example, analog and digital circuits were designed separately,
by specialized Rotel teams. Analog inputs are all very low noise
circuitry and include a high performance moving magnet phono
stage. Digital inputs are fully isolated and feature a precision
32bit 768KHz Digital to Analog Converter(DAC).
The RC-1590 is fully feature-laden with Balanced XLR and
Unbalanced RCA inputs and outputs, a TI precision volume
control IC, a fixed volume line output, dual mono subwoofer
outputs, digital outputs (Coax and Optical), digital inputs (3 Coax
and 3 Optical), Aux, CD, and Tuner analog inputs, Internal APTX
Bluetooth (supports APTX and standard Bluetooth) with rear
mounted external antenna, a front USB iPod with 2.1A charging
input, and rear panel PC-USB 24bit 192KHz input supporting
DSD (Windows) and DoP (MAC computers DSD over PCM).
Other essential features include a remote control, 2 x 12-volt
trigger outputs, a dimmable display, an automatic power o
function (configurable), RS232 and IP control for automation
system integration, Internet based soware updates, Rotel Link
connection, a detachable IEC power cord, an external IR remote
input, and a front mounted 3.5mm headphone output jack.
For music enthusiasts who won’t accept compromise, the RC-
1590 preamplifier is in a class by itself, at a price that belies its
incredible performance.