Description
Rotel DX-5 DAC Headphone Amplifier
Precision Digital Conversion With Proper Analogue Drive
The Rotel DX-5 is a high performance DAC and headphone amplifier designed for listeners who want accurate digital conversion paired with a genuinely capable analogue output stage.
This is a purpose-built digital front end with the power and control to drive serious headphones while delivering clean line-level output to amplifiers or active speakers.
Digital Conversion Done Properly
The DX-5 uses a carefully implemented digital-to-analogue conversion stage focused on low noise, stable clocking and accurate signal handling across multiple digital sources.
Headphone Amplification With Authority
A dedicated headphone amplifier provides the current delivery and control required for demanding headphones while remaining quiet with sensitive designs.
Compact Design, Serious Engineering
The solid chassis and internally regulated power supply reflect Rotel’s long-standing focus on reliability and sound quality.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Type | DAC and headphone amplifier |
| Digital Inputs | USB, optical, coaxial |
| Analogue Outputs | Line level RCA |
| Headphone Output | Front panel headphone jack |
| DAC Architecture | High resolution digital to analogue converter |
| Power Supply | Internally regulated |
| Chassis | Metal enclosure |
| Finish | Black |
Technical specifications
Digital Architecture
- High resolution DAC architecture
- Precision clocking for reduced jitter
- Optimised digital filtering
Inputs and Signal Handling
- USB input for computer audio
- Optical digital input
- Coaxial digital input
Analogue and Headphone Output
- Dedicated line level analogue output stage
- Dedicated headphone amplifier circuit
- Low noise design suitable for sensitive headphones
Power and Build
- Internally regulated power supply
- Rigid metal chassis
- Compact footprint
The Rotel DX-5 is a clean, honest DAC and headphone amplifier that focuses on doing the fundamentals properly.
For desktop systems, headphone listeners or as a DAC feeding an amplifier, it offers dependable performance without unnecessary complexity.
📦 Brand new
🛡 Full Australian warranty
📍 Available in store and online at The Audio Experts
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