Rotel A14 MKII Stereo Integrated Amplifier | A14MK2

Rotel A14MKII Integrated Amplifier

The A14MKII delivers higher output power with expanded digital capability in a Class A/B integrated design. It pairs an 80 W/ch amplifier with a 32-bit DAC, PC-USB audio, MQA decoding support, Bluetooth, and an MM phono stage for mixed-source systems.

Quick Fit

• Best for: turntable + TV/streamer via optical/coax + computer audio via PC-USB
• Higher output: 80 W/ch into 8 Ω vs. lower-powered models
• System control: RS232 + Rotel Link + dual 12 V trigger outs

Why it matters

• Higher power rating: supports higher SPL targets with compatible speakers.
• PC-USB + MQA: integrated high-resolution computer audio input with MQA decoding support (as specified).
• Energy storage: slit-foil bulk capacitors are specified as part of the power supply design.

Specs at a Glance

Power (8 Ω)	80 W/ch
Power (4 Ω)	150 W/ch
Digital Inputs	2 × optical, 2 × coax, PC-USB
MQA	MQA + MQA Studio decoding support
Bluetooth	aptX, AAC
Phono	MM

Highlights

• Power: 80 W/ch (8 Ω), 150 W/ch (4 Ω), Class A/B
• DAC: TI 32-bit/384 kHz
• PC-USB: up to 32-bit/384 kHz with MQA / MQA Studio decoding support
• Digital inputs: 2 coax + 2 optical
• Wireless: Bluetooth with aptX and AAC
• Analog: 4 line inputs + MM phono
• Display: large graphic display for volume/metadata

Connectivity

• Analog Inputs: 4 × RCA stereo pairs (line), 1 × RCA stereo pair (MM phono)
• Digital Inputs: 2 × optical, 2 × coaxial, 1 × PC-USB (Type B), rear USB (power/MQA)
• Outputs: pre-out (RCA), headphone (front), speaker outputs (A + B)

System Integration

• Control / Integration: RS232, Rotel Link, IR remote
• Automation: 2 × 12 V trigger out
• Wireless: Bluetooth (aptX, AAC)

Core Specifications

• THD: < 0.018%
• Frequency Response (Line): 10 Hz–100 kHz (0 ± 0.5 dB)
• Damping Factor: 220 (8 Ω)
• SNR: 100 dB (Line), 103 dB (Digital)
• Power Consumption: 280 W; Standby: < 0.5 W; BTU: 632 BTU/h
• Dimensions (W×H×D): 430 × 93 × 345 mm
• Net Weight: 8.94 kg (19.7 lb)

In the Box

• IR remote control
• Bluetooth antenna
• Power cord

Finish Options

• Black
• Silver

FAQ

• Does it have a phono input for a turntable? Yes — Moving Magnet (MM) phono input.
• Can I connect a TV? Yes — via optical or coaxial inputs (TV must output PCM over S/PDIF).
• Can I connect a computer via USB? Yes — PC-USB (Type B) input supported.
• Does it support MQA? Yes — supports MQA and MQA Studio decoding (as specified).
• Does it have Bluetooth? Yes — Bluetooth with aptX and AAC.