Rotel A11MKII Integrated Amplifier
The Rotel A11MKII Integrated Amplifier is a high-value stereo integrated amplifier built for listeners who want real hi-fi power, modern source flexibility, and classic Rotel musicality in one clean, easy-to-use component. At its core is a Rotel-built toroidal transformer and a carefully engineered linear power supply that help deliver a quiet noise floor, fast dynamics, and confident control over a wide range of speakers.
With 50 watts per channel of Class A/B power into 8 ohms (62W into 4 ohms), the A11MKII provides the punch and refinement needed for everyday listening and serious sessions alike. It welcomes both analog and digital sources with three RCA line inputs, a built-in Moving Magnet phono stage for turntables, plus coaxial and optical digital inputs feeding a Texas Instruments 32-bit/384kHz DAC. For wireless playback, Bluetooth with aptX HD and AAC makes streaming sound notably better than basic Bluetooth implementations.
Daily operation is intentionally straightforward: front-panel bass, treble, and balance controls, simple source selection, and a motorized analog volume control driven by the included IR remote. Add in the dedicated headphone amplifier circuit with a front 1/8" headphone jack, dual 12V trigger outputs, and signal-sensing auto power on/off, and the A11MKII becomes an exceptionally easy amplifier to integrate into a modern two-channel system.
The Rotel A11MKII is part of ListenUp's Rotel Integrated Amplifiers Collection
What It's Good At:
- Delivering clean, confident Class AB stereo power with strong speaker control and dynamics
- Powering a turntable directly with a built-in Moving Magnet phono stage
- Improving TV, CD, and streamer sound using coax/optical digital inputs plus a premium TI DAC
- High-quality wireless playback via Bluetooth with aptX HD and AAC
- Simple, satisfying everyday use with tone controls, balance control, and included remote
- System-friendly integration with dual 12V triggers and signal-sense auto power
Rotel A11MKII Full Specifications:
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Product Type: Stereo Integrated Amplifier
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Amplifier Topology: Class A/B
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Power Output: 50 W/ch (8 ohms); 62 W/ch (4 ohms)
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.03%
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Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz : 7 kHz, 4:1): < 0.03%
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Damping Factor (20 Hz–20 kHz, 8 ohms): 120
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Frequency Response:
- Phono input: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -0.5 dB, +0.3 dB
- Line level inputs: 10 Hz – 100 kHz, -0.5 dB, +0.05 dB
- Digital input: 20 Hz – 20 kHz, -0.15 dB, +0 dB
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF “A” weighted):
- Phono input: 85 dB
- Line level inputs: 90 dB (Max Volume)
- Line level inputs: 95 dB (Min Volume)
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Input Sensitivity / Impedance:
- Phono input (MM): 1.6 mV / 43k ohms
- Line level inputs: 130 mV / 45k ohms
- Digital input: -20 dBFS / 75 ohms
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Input Overload:
- Phono input: 50 mV
- Line level inputs: 4 V
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Tone Controls: Bass / Treble ±6 dB at 100 Hz / 10 kHz
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Digital Inputs Format Support: SPDIF LPCM (up to 24-bit/192 kHz)
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Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC): Texas Instruments PCM5102A, 32-bit / 384 kHz
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Analog Inputs: 3 x RCA line-level inputs (CD / Tuner / Aux); 1 x Moving Magnet phono input (RCA) + ground terminal
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Digital Inputs: 1 x Coaxial (SPDIF); 1 x Optical (Toslink)
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Wireless: Bluetooth audio streaming with aptX HD and AAC
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Headphone Output: Front-panel 1/8" headphone jack with dedicated headphone amp circuit
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Speaker Outputs: Heavy-duty 5-way binding posts (left/right)
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Control / Integration: Included IR remote control (RR-AX1402); motorized analog volume control; 2 x 12V trigger outputs (3.5 mm); signal sensing auto power on/off
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Power Requirements: USA 120 V, 60 Hz; Europe 230 V, 50 Hz
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Power Consumption: 150 W
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Standby Power Consumption: < 0.5 W
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BTU Rating (4 ohms, 1/8 power): 450 BTU/h
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Dimensions (W × H × D): 430 × 73 × 347 mm (17" × 2 7/8" × 13 5/8")
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Front Panel Height: 60 mm (2 3/8")
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Net Weight: 6.8 kg (15 lbs.)
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Finish / Color Options: Black or Silver
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Power Connection: Detachable IEC power cord
Rotel A11MKII Q&A:
- Does the Rotel A11MKII have a phono input for a turntable?
- Yes. It includes a built-in Moving Magnet (MM) phono stage plus a ground terminal for proper, low-noise turntable hookup.
- How much power does the A11MKII output per channel?
- It delivers 50 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 62 watts per channel into 4 ohms, using a Class A/B amplifier design.
- Can I connect a TV or streamer using optical or coaxial digital audio?
- Yes. The A11MKII provides one optical and one coaxial SPDIF input, decoding PCM up to 24-bit/192 kHz through its internal DAC.
- What DAC is used in the A11MKII?
- It uses the Texas Instruments PCM5102A, rated up to 32-bit/384 kHz, for clean, detailed digital playback.
- Does it support high-quality Bluetooth streaming?
- Yes. Bluetooth streaming is supported with aptX HD and AAC for improved wireless audio performance versus standard Bluetooth.
- Can I listen with headphones, and is there a dedicated headphone amp?
- Yes. A front 1/8" headphone jack is paired with a dedicated headphone amplifier circuit for private listening.
- Can the A11MKII trigger other components to turn on and off automatically?
- Yes. It includes two 12V trigger outputs to control compatible components in a system.
- Does the amplifier support automatic power saving or auto on/off behavior?
- Yes. It includes signal-sensing auto power functionality and power control options designed for convenient daily use.
Rotel A11MKII Downloads:
Rotel A11MKII Manual
Rotel A11MKII Specifications Sheet
Rotel A11MKII Drawing
