Rotel C8 8-Channel Custom Installation Amplifier Key Features:
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8 channels delivering 70W per channel into 8 ohms (140W bridged into 4 ohms) – Provides versatile power to drive multiple zones or speakers with dynamic, clean sound.
- Class AB amplification technology – Balances efficiency with warm, natural sound quality ideal for custom installations.
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Custom in-house toroidal transformer with sixteen output devices – Ensures robust, distortion-free power and tight, controlled bass response.
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Four analog inputs with matrixing across zones – Enables flexible source distribution and easy multi-room audio management.
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Front panel display and controls for independent volume, bass, treble, and source selection – Allows personalized sound adjustments for each zone directly at the unit.
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Custom 2U rack-mount chassis requiring no top or bottom clearance – Simplifies installation in tight spaces and professional racks.
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Integration-friendly with IP, RS232, and 12V trigger inputs – Facilitates seamless control system compatibility and automation.
Product Description:
Rotel’s C8 Class AB Custom Installation Amplifier blends performance with efficiency, delivering 8 channels of high-quality audio at 70 watts per channel, or 140 watts per channel into 4-ohm loads when bridged.
Designed for flexibility, the C8 features four analog inputs that can be matrixed across all zones, along with front panel controls and display for source selection and independent adjustments of volume, bass, and treble. Its custom 2U chassis design allows for rack installation without requiring top or bottom clearance, making it ideal for space-conscious professional setups.
Engineered with care.
The Rotel C8 Class AB Custom Installation Amplifier delivers a perfect balance of performance and efficiency, offering 8 channels of premium audio at 70 watts per channel—or 140 watts into 4-ohm loads when bridged—powered by Rotel’s proprietary amplification technology.
At the heart of the C8 is an oversized, in-house manufactured toroidal transformer driving sixteen output devices, ensuring deep, controlled bass with ease.
Designed for maximum installation flexibility, it features four analog inputs that can be matrixed across all zones. The front panel display and controls offer independent source selection along with volume, bass, and treble adjustments for each zone.
Integration with control systems is seamless via IP, RS232, and 12-volt trigger inputs. The custom 2U chassis design allows for easy rack mounting without the need for top or bottom clearance.
The C8 is available exclusively in a sleek black finish.
Specifications:
Front Panel Height
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2U / 88.1mm (3.5")
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Power Requirements
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120V, 60Hz
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Power Consumption
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570W
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Standby Power Consumption
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Normal: <0.5W; Network Standby: <2W
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BTU Rating (4Ω, 1/8th power)
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1537 BTU/h
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Maximum Power Output
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70W/Ch (8 channels driven, 4Ω)
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Continuous Power Output
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50W/Ch (8 channels driven, 8Ω)
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Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
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<0.1%
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Frequency Response (Line Level Inputs)
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10Hz – 100kHz, +0dB, 0 ± 0.5dB
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S/N Ratio (IHF "A" Weighted)
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Line Level Inputs: 100dB
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Dimensions and Weight:
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Dimensions (W × H × D)
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430 × 97 × 414mm
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Dimensions (W × H × D)
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17" × 3.9" × 16.3
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Product Weight - 16.7kg (36.81lbs.)