Rotel announces C8 and C8+ installation amplifiers

Tokyo, Japan (March 29, 2022) – Rotel has announced the C8 and C8+, the brand’s latest installation amplifiers. The new Class AB amplifiers deliver eight channels of audio and are powered by toroidal transformer feeding an array of high current dedicated output devices comfortably reportedly driving even the most demanding loudspeakers in critical listening zones.

The C8 Custom Installation Amplifier [Ed - Not quite sure what is 'custom' about them] delivers 70 watts of power per channel into 4-ohm loads, and the C8+ Custom Installation Amplifier, visually identical, delivers 150 watts of power per channel into 4-ohm loads, with all channels driven. Zone outputs are bridged delivering 140W and 300W respectively into 4 ohms and there is also an auto-sensing, auto-switching PA Override. Both units feature (4) analog source inputs available to all zone outputs through internal matrix switching, further customizable with independent volume, balance, bass, and treble settings. The C8+ also includes two optical and two coaxial digital inputs supporting 24-bit/192kHz audio matrixed to the outputs.

The front panel of each amplifier features a graphic display with controls for setup and operation including selection of the active matrixed input source and volume control of each zone in real time. The 2U height chassis does not require top or bottom clearance spacing for efficient rack mounting with the included rack ears. Speaker outputs utilize detachable Phoenix connectors for pre-wire installation with screw-locking mechanisms. Ethernet, RS232 and 12V trigger connections provide easy integration with a range of control systems.

The C8 and C8+ will be available in the United States in black finish through Authorized Rotel dealers with shipments beginning in May of 2022 and the rest of the world shortly thereafter.

Suggested (US) retail pricing:
- C8: $2,599.00, £2,350.00, € 2,600.00 (MSRP)+tax
- C8+: $3,199.00, £2,850.00, € 3,200.00 (MSRP)+tax