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The Rotel RSX-1560 is a 7.1-channel A/V receiver from Rotel's 15 Series that is an upgrade to the RSX-1550. The receiver offers 100-watts per channel of continuous power at 8 ohms or 200 watts per channel at 4 ohms, making it powerful enough for large rooms. It features a high performance Class-D amplifier design and supports most of the popular Dolby and DTS decoders including Dolby TrueHD, ProLogic IIx, Dolby Digital Plus, dts HD Master Audio, and dts Hi-Resolution. The RSX-1560 includes an integrated FM/AM tuner with 30 presets and features multizone audio for up to three additional rooms. It also offers video upconversion to 1080p and has a wide range of connectivity options including four HDMI inputs and one HDMI output. The receiver comes with a learning remote control and is available in a black or silver finish.
MSRP $2,600.00
Release date October, 2008
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Features/Specs
- Quality Class D Amplifier Design
- Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS ES, DTS 96/24, ProLogic IIx, Dolby TrueHD, DTS HD Master Audio, DTS Hi-Resolution
- Video Upconversion to 1080p
- 7 x 100W RMS Power at 8 ohms, 7 x 200W RMS Power at 4 ohms
- On-board 7-channel Processing
- FM/AM Tuner with 30 direct access presets
- Learning Remote Control
- Inputs: 4 x HDMI, 3 x Coaxial, 4 x Optical, 7 x Analog Audio, 3 x Component, 3 x S-Video, 3 x Composite
- Outputs: 1 x HDMI, 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical, 3 x Analog Audio, 1 x Component, 3 x S-Video, 3 x Composite
- Available in Silver or Black Finish
- Dimensions: 17 1/8 x 6 1/2 x 16 5/8 in.
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MSRP $2,699.95
Released October, 2008
Pros
- 8-point automatic calibration
- Internet + network connectivity with Web browser control
- Anchor Bay VRS Technology + PReP video processing for large displays
Cons
- The GUI which appears on TV can be improved. The back speaker terminals dont take 10AWG wire hence bannana pugs/ connectors are required.
- Not many additional features for the price
- No album art; a feature found on the RX-V3900
Rotel RSX-1560
vs.
Yamaha RX-Z7
MSRP $2,499.99
Released September, 2009
Pros
- THX Ultra2 Plus certified
- up to 3 zones - utilize separate sources in all
- 9.2 channel with fully balanced line level outputs
- includes quality backlit remote
- dual HDMI outputs
Cons
- complicated configuration for the non-experienced audiophile / technophile
Rotel RSX-1560
vs.
Onkyo TX-NR5007
MSRP $2,500.00
Released September, 2008
Pros
- upscales SD content
- PC streaming and networked upgrades
- 120W per chanel
Cons
- No HD radio
- HDMI inputs are not upscaled
- Audio streaming requires TV on (no display of audio tracks etc on AMP front panel)
Rotel RSX-1560
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Sony STR-DA6400ES
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Pros
- Class D amplification - light, energy efficient and cool compared to other forms
- available in black or silver
- good value for the high end audiophile setup
- integrated FM/AM tuner
- sounds amazing for both music and movies
Cons
- very expensive for the majority of consumers
- aesthetically busy faceplate
- Blue LED power indicator
- B&W display
- no 'general consumer' extras such as satellite radio compatibility, auto setup, iPod dock or room correction
- still quite heavy (34 pounds)
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