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dorokusai
03-13-2007, 08:42 PM
ROTEL RSP-976 5.1 Pre-Amp/Processor(2001) - 8/10 - Black - *SOLD* on Audiogon

If you want to start getting into seperates, here's a great start. I've been fascinated with Rotel gear for awhile and this is another great piece. The unit shares alot of things internally with the current RSP-1068. This also has the better remote control, RR-1050, that was offered in the later models. The RR-969 was a confusing remote IMO. 2001 and 2002 was a weird couple years for Rotel and remote controls. It has one scratch on the top, which has been touched up but the faceplate is perfect and the rest of the body is stellar.

If you're like me and love a simple 5.1 HT, step on over and let's take a test drive.

All my gear has been cleaned from top to bottom and connections have been treated with CAIG products. The unit will be packed to withstand an atomic blast. Thanks for looking :)

Features:

Dolby Digital, DTS, Dolby Prologic processing using the Crystal CS492604 Surround Processor.
Independent zone 2 control of audio systems.
Composite-video, S-video, and Component-video switching.
Digital inputs and surround modes are assignable to sources.
Discrete analog line drive stages, four layer military-spec circuit boards.
Intelligent on-screen display and backlit learning remote control.
External analog 5.1 inputs assure forward compatibility with DVD-Audio, SACD and others.

Specifications (Audio):

Frequency Response: 10-70kHz (± 0.3dB)
Harmonic Distortion: front < 0.006%; center < 0.006%; rear < 0.005%; subwoofer < 0.006%
Total Harmonic Distortion: 0.03% max.
IM Distortion: 0.03% max.
S/N Ratio IHF A (stereo): 92dB
S/N Ratio IHF A (Dolby Digital, dts): 90dB
Input Sensitivity: 200mV
Line Output Level: 600 mV (200mV Input)
Specifications (Video)

Frequency Response: 3Hz-10MHz (± 3dB)
Signal to Noise Ratio: 45dB
Input Impedence: 75 ohms
Output Impedence: 75 ohms
Output Level: 1 volt

Includes: Original power cord, RR-1050 remote control, original owners manual, reproduction remote control manual and some assorted documents from Rotel.

574679PSRR

dorokusai
03-13-2007, 08:55 PM
I had to drop it to to 8/10 due to a scratch I found just now....so I lowered the price from where it was originally. I touched it up so it's not too bad.

ben62670
03-13-2007, 09:04 PM
My adcom GFA-585 requires 2volts for full power, would this pre do it?

dorokusai
03-13-2007, 10:02 PM
The output level of the Rotel is 1V. I'm roughly familiar with your amp and realize that the input sensitivity is spec'd at 250wpc@8 with 2V. You're looking at that spec generically as there is much more to it and there are way more important spec's to be worried about in amplifier design.

That's a rated wattage at a specific voltage, with a specific signal-to-noise ratio....which isn't stated by Adcom for that value at all. That being said, there's no reason to think that you aren't getting full power as you are, just at a different S-N ratio. A couple more valuable specs would be input/output impedence, THD, TIM and the overall gain of the the two units.

This isn't just present in your amp, as much as its a product of many amplifier designs. If you want to discuss this further, perhaps create a thread and some folks can chime in with their thoughts and comments.

dorokusai
03-13-2007, 10:19 PM
Added photos :)

Vr3MxStyler2k3
03-13-2007, 10:24 PM
Darn... such a bad time....

I would buy this - right now... but the earliest I could purchase it would be 2 months.

Dangit.

Would be PERFECT to run with my Odyssey on the HT Bypass

dorokusai
03-14-2007, 10:34 PM
Trey - :D I'm not against that idea per our conversation, let's just let it ride for now. You have way more important things to be concerned with in regards to speakers I would think :)

Vr3MxStyler2k3
03-14-2007, 11:08 PM
That is... true.

Nice... bump you did there. I like it.

This is a great unit folks.

sucks2beme
03-14-2007, 11:15 PM
This is a good unit. I tried one out for a couple of days. It's a great remote
too! Anything newer from Rotel will cost a lot more. Someone on the
Dallas craigslist was selling a Rotel RB-985 MKII. That would make a very
good combo for HT.

AndyGwis
03-15-2007, 05:41 PM
Did this not sell yet? Come on, peeps, jump on it!

shawn474
03-15-2007, 06:59 PM
Mark,
I am still thinking about a way I can come up with the funds.............

Shawn

dorokusai
03-15-2007, 07:40 PM
Well, me selling this doesn't mean I can't eat for a week. If you want it just ask :D

shawn474
03-15-2007, 08:09 PM
Yeah, but me buying it might put me in the guest room for a week:D . I am weighing the benefits of each;) .

Shawn

opus
03-15-2007, 08:14 PM
Yeah, but me buying it might put me in the guest room for a week:D . I am weighing the benefits of each;) .

Shawn
Correction. It would put you in the guest room with a Rotel for a week

cfrizz
03-15-2007, 10:42 PM
:D :eek: :D WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA!!!

Correction. It would put you in the guest room with a Rotel for a week

dorokusai
03-15-2007, 11:54 PM
:D well, naturally keep it clean on the homefront before you worry about this thing.

Vr3MxStyler2k3
03-17-2007, 01:22 AM
I still want this in the upcoming months...if no one bites.

dorokusai
03-20-2007, 09:46 PM
Anyone need a nice start for a separates HT rig?

JimBRICK
03-20-2007, 10:55 PM
consider a trade?

dorokusai
03-20-2007, 10:56 PM
Do you really think I need more stuff? What are you thinking about?.....shoot me an email, dorokusai@comcast.net

JimBRICK
03-21-2007, 09:04 AM
my fxi5's are still avail and they are mint

dorokusai
03-22-2007, 07:57 PM
I'm going to pass on the FXi as I'm setup speaker wise but they do look great.

JimBRICK
03-22-2007, 11:00 PM
you know I should just buy this damn thing LOL

dorokusai
03-22-2007, 11:27 PM
Jim - There is so much quality gear out there, you wouldn't believe it. If this piece starts you off on a cool journey, fantastic but if you want something else...that's great to man.

If you match this up with a nice, solid 5ch amplifier, you'll have a helluva benchmark and a stellar LSi system.

I'm available for whatever decision you make, as is this forum.

-Mark

dorokusai
03-29-2007, 10:53 PM
I found the original box and packaging for the Rotel if that's helps anyone.

dorokusai
04-09-2007, 06:02 PM
Well, I haven't heard from Stereo Luver(Chuck) in almost a week, so this is back up on the block. Let me know if you have any questions.

I have it packed in the original box and double box from Rotel.

dorokusai
04-19-2007, 09:07 PM
And another piece is delivered into the arms of Jesus.....SOLD.