Expert Reviewer Roger Kanno from SoundStage! Hi-Fi takes a closer look at Rotel's award-winning Michi X5 Integrated Amplifier to offer his insight, praising its musicality and high value.
"The presentation of the X5 was both powerful and controlled, yet still musical and easygoing. I can’t imagine anyone not being pleased with its performance."
"...with the Michi, the kick drum was as taut and forceful as was the dense, undulating electric bassline placed precisely and slightly to the right. All the while, the vocals were kept appropriately to the front of the soundstage, as were the well-defined rhythm and lead electric guitars, with all of them sounding as clean and clear as I could have asked for."
"Compared to some of its competitors, it could be considered a bargain. With the X5, Rotel has produced an extremely accomplished, high-end integrated amplifier-DAC that continues their tradition of providing exceptional value."