Rotel A14MKII Stereo Integrated Amplifier
The Rotel A14MKII Stereo Integrated Amplifier is the flagship of Rotel’s 14 Series, built to be the confident centerpiece of a serious two-channel system. It delivers 80 watts per channel (8Ω) of Class AB power with an oversized, in-house manufactured toroidal transformer and four high-efficiency slit-foil capacitors, giving your speakers the grip, punch, and effortless dynamics they need.
For modern listening, the A14MKII pairs that analog muscle with a fully redesigned digital stage featuring a Texas Instruments premium 32-bit/384kHz DAC, plus support for MQA and MQA Studio via PC-USB. Add aptX and AAC Bluetooth, multiple digital and analog inputs (including a Moving Magnet phono stage), and you have a single-box solution that handles streaming, vinyl, TV, and traditional sources with equal confidence.
Fine-tune the sound with precise bass/treble tone controls in 1dB steps (with a clean Tone Bypass mode when you want the shortest signal path). It’s also Roon Tested and offers robust integration options—Ethernet (IP control + updates), RS232, IR, and 12V triggers—making it equally at home in a dedicated listening room or a custom-installed system.
The Rotel A14MKII is part of ListenUp's Rotel Integrated Amplifiers Collection.
What It's Good At:
- Delivering authoritative, high-current Class AB power for real-world speaker control and dynamics
- Producing a clean, detailed digital presentation with a premium 32-bit/384kHz TI DAC
- Supporting MQA/MQA Studio playback over PC-USB for high-resolution listening setups
- Making vinyl easy with a built-in Moving Magnet phono preamp and grounding post
- Streaming conveniently with Bluetooth (aptX + AAC) for better wireless sound quality
- Integrating into advanced systems with Roon Tested, Ethernet/IP control, RS232, IR, and 12V trigger support
Rotel A14MKII Full Specifications:
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Type: Stereo Integrated Amplifier
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Amplification Class: Class AB
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Continuous Power Output: 80 watts/ch (8 ohms)
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Maximum Power Output: 150 watts/ch (4 ohms)
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.018%
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Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz : 7k Hz, 4:1): < 0.03%
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Frequency Response (Phono Input): 20 Hz – 20k Hz (0 ± 0.5 dB)
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Frequency Response (Line Level Inputs): 10 Hz – 100k Hz (0 ± 0.5 dB)
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Frequency Response (Digital Section): 10 Hz – 90k Hz (0 ± 2.0 dB, Max)
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Damping Factor (20 Hz – 20k Hz, 8 ohms): 220
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Input Sensitivity / Impedance (Phono Input, MM): 3.4 mV / 47k ohms
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Input Sensitivity / Impedance (Line Level Inputs): 230 mV / 24k ohms
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Input Sensitivity / Impedance (Digital): 0 dBfs / 75 ohms
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Input Overload (Phono Input): 50 mV
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Input Overload (Line Level Inputs): 4 V
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Preamp Output / Impedance: 1.2 V / 470 ohms
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Preamplifier Output Level: 1.4 V (at -20 dB)
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR, “A” weighting) Phono Input: 90 dB
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (SNR, “A” weighting) Line Level Inputs: 100 dB
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Signal-to-Noise Ratio (IHF “A” weighted) Digital Inputs: 103 dB
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Tone Controls (Bass/Treble Range): ±10 dB at 100 Hz / 10k Hz
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Tone Adjustment Resolution: 1 dB steps (up to ±10 dB)
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Tone Bypass Mode: Yes
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Coax/Optical Digital Input Signals: SPDIF LPCM (up to 24-bit / 192 kHz)
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Digital Inputs (SPDIF): Coaxial x2, Optical x2
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PC-USB:
- USB Audio Class 1.0 (up to 24-bit / 96 kHz)
- USB Audio Class 2.0 (up to 32-bit / 384 kHz) *driver installation required
- MQA and MQA Studio (up to 24-bit / 384 kHz)
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Front USB Input: iPhone/iPad/iPod audio playback support
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Bluetooth: Traditional Bluetooth, AAC, aptX
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Roon: Roon Tested
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Speaker Outputs: Dual A/B speaker outputs (relay-controlled selection), dual 5-way binding posts
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Preamp Outputs: Yes (PRE OUT)
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Headphone Output: Yes (front panel)
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Control & Integration: Ethernet (IP control + software updates), RS232, Remote IR connections, 12V Trigger outputs (includes configurable IN/OUT trigger on supported versions)
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Display: Front panel graphic display with volume and stream information
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Power Requirements: USA: 120 V, 60 Hz; Europe: 230 V, 50 Hz
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Power Consumption: 280 W
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Standby Power Consumption: < 0.5 W
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BTU (4 ohms, 1/8 power): 632 BTU/h
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Dimensions (W x H x D): 430 x 93 x 345 mm (17 x 3 5/8 x 13 1/2 in)
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Front Panel Height: 80 mm (3 1/8 in)
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Weight (Net): 8.94 kg (19.71 lb)
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Finish Options: Silver, Black
Rotel A14MKII Q&A:
- What speakers will the Rotel A14MKII work best with?
- It can run speakers down to 4 ohms when using a single speaker set. If you plan to use both Speaker A and B at the same time, speakers rated at 8 ohms or higher are recommended.
- Does the A14MKII have a built-in phono preamp for a turntable?
- Yes. It includes a Moving Magnet (MM) phono input plus a grounding terminal to help reduce hum with compatible turntables.
- What digital inputs does the A14MKII include for a TV or streamer?
- You get 2 optical and 2 coaxial SPDIF inputs supporting PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz, plus a PC-USB input for higher-resolution playback.
- Can it play high-resolution audio from a computer, including MQA?
- Yes. The PC-USB input supports up to 32-bit/384kHz (USB Audio Class 2.0; driver may be required) and supports MQA and MQA Studio up to 24-bit/384kHz.
- Does it support Bluetooth, and is it high quality?
- Yes. It supports traditional Bluetooth plus AAC and aptX for improved wireless audio performance with compatible devices.
- Can I connect a subwoofer or an external power amp?
- Yes. The PRE OUT provides the selected source signal and is commonly used for a powered subwoofer or an external amplifier (volume, balance, and tone settings affect this output).
- Is it compatible with Roon?
- Yes. The A14MKII is Roon Tested for a reliable experience with Roon software.
- Can it integrate into a custom install or home theater system?
- Yes. It supports Ethernet (IP control + updates), RS232, IR, and 12V triggers, plus a Home Theater Bypass mode (via AUX input) for theater integration.
Rotel A14MKII Downloads:
Rotel A14MKII Manual
Rotel A14MKII Specifications Sheet
Rotel A14MKII Drawing
