Custon Installation Equipment Reviews

Rotel, known for their high performance AV components, offers up several new models for the most discriminating user. The 15 Series offers a broad range of home theater and custom-installation electronics including the RSP-1570, a 7.1 Home Theater Surround Processor/Preamplifier, and three high powered amplifiers; the RMB-1575, RMB-1506 and the PB-1572 (all pictured above).

The RSP-1570 Surround Processor/Preamplifier provides 4xHDMI v1.3, Faroudja video processor with 1080p scaling and 24Hz capability, full compatibility with the high-resolution audio formats Dolby TrueHD and DTS HD Master, and flexible multizone abilities.

The RMP-1575 Class D amplifier delivers 250W x 5 channels of audiophile-grade audio, while the RMB-1506 is a 6-channel amp that employs a conventional power supply and Class A/B topology to deliver 6x60W providing an affordable, audiophile-quality power source for smaller rooms, zones, or simple home theaters. The smaller RB-1572 is a 2x100W amplifier that can be used for zones or additional surround channels.

The sleek new cabinets are available in matte black or brushed silver. They are currently available and sell for the following prices:
RSP-1570 $2199
RMB-1575 $2799
RMB-1506 $ 999
RB-1572 $1299

For more information about these products and the other components in the new 15 Series, go to Rotel's website.