Brand: Rotel

Rotel C8 Amplifier (Black) **OPEN BOX**

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Performance, Quality, Value: Rotel C8 Power Amplifier Delivers Eight Channels of 70Wpc of Class AB Amplification, Designed for Multi-Zone and Custom-Install Setups

The Rotel C8 power amplifier, delivers powerful, precise, and customizable sound and easily fits in with multi-zone and custom-install systems. With eight channels delivering 70 Watts each in premium Class AB amplification—bridgeable to an impressive 140 Watts per channel—it's designed to bring every note, beat, and rhythm to life.

At the heart of C8 is an oversized, in-house-engineered toroidal transformer powering 16 high-current output devices. Complemented by bulk storage capacitors, C8 ensures bass that is deep, tight, and perfectly controlled, preserving the intricate timing and flow of your music.

Four analog inputs and internal matrix-switching make multi-zone audio seamless, while the Priority Zone PA Override ensures critical announcements are heard instantly across all zones. The intuitive front panel allows you to customize volume, bass, and treble, making it easy to adapt the sound profile for specific speakers, room acoustics, and personal taste. Remote installations? No problem. The front panel setup simplifies configuration even in the most challenging setups.

Designed for seamless integration, C8 features IP and RS232 interfaces for control system compatibility, a 12-Volt trigger for efficient power management, and detachable Phoenix speaker terminals for secure, prewired connections. Its custom 2U chassis optimizes rack mounting with no clearance required. All the necessary hardware is included, making installation straightforward and stress-free.

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Highlights

  • 8 x 70 Watts of robust class AB power, 4 Ohms
  • Class AB amplifier design
  • Custom engineered toroidal transformer
  • 12 volt trigger input
  • Rack ears included

Downloads

”User User Manual (PDF, 1.9 MB)

Specifications

  • Maximum Power: Output 70 watts/ch (8 channels driven, 4 ohms)
  • Continuous Power Output: 50 watts/ch (8 channels driven, 8 ohms)
  • Bridged Power Output: 140 watts/ch (4 channels driven, 4 ohms)
  • Total Harmonic Distortion: < 0.1%
  • Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz : 7kHz, 4:1): < 0.1%
  • Frequency Response Line Level Inputs: 10 Hz - 100k Hz, 0 ± 0.5 dB
  • Tone Controls: Bass ± 10 dB at 100 Hz; Treble ± 10 dB at 10k Hz
  • Damping Factor (20 Hz - 20 kHz, 8 ohms): 80
  • Input Sensitivity / Impedance: Line Level Inputs (RCA) 0.3 V / 31k ohms
  • Input Overload: Line Level Inputs (RCA) 2.8 V
  • Signal to Noise Ratio (IHF A-weighted) Line Level Inputs: 100 dB
  • Crosstalk/Separation: > 50 dB
  • Power Requirements: USA 120 V, 60 Hz; EC 230 V, 50 Hz
  • Power Consumption: 570 watts
  • Standby Power Consumption: Normal < 0.5 watts; Network Standby < 2 watts
  • BTU (4 ohms, 1/8th power): 1537 BTU/h
  • Dimensions: (W x H x D) 430 x 97 x 414 mm; 17 x 3 7/8 x 16 2/7 ins
  • Front Panel Height: 2U / 88.1 mm / 3 1/2 ins
  • Weight (net): 16.7 kg, 36.81 lbs.
  • Finish: Black

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