Michi Q5

£5,499.00

This high-performance CD player features a premium CNC aluminium design CD Mechanism, an advanced ESS ES9028PRO DAC for precise sound, and versatile connectivity including. Pre-order now due November 2024

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Michi Q5

Michi Q5

Experience unrivaled audio quality with the Michi Q5 Transport DAC.

This high-performance CD player features a premium CNC aluminium design CD Mechanism, an advanced ESS ES9028PRO DAC for precise sound, and versatile connectivity including 32-bit/384k Hz PC-USB and 24-bit/192k Hz coaxial and optical source inputs.

Enjoy impeccable audio and the ultimate performance with the Michi Q5.

Elevate your audio experience with the Michi Q5 Transport DAC, a high-performance CD player blending cutting-edge technology with superior craftsmanship.

Featuring a top-loading CD mechanism crafted from CNC aluminium, it ensures durability and sleek design.

top-loading CD mechanism

The Q5 is powered by the premium ESS ES9028PRO 8-Channel DAC dedicating 4-channels each to the Left and Right audio for precise digital-to-analogue conversion, delivering exceptional sound quality with minimal distortion.

Its fully balanced circuitry and dual toroidal transformers reduce noise and interference for pristine CD audio playback.

The Michi Q5 further supports 32-bit/384k Hz PC-USB (rendering MQA and DSD 4x) and 24-bit/192k Hz optical and coaxial offering versatility for your audio system digital sources.

The front panel includes a full-colour TFT display with CD album artwork enhancing your listening experience with visual appeal.

The Michi remote control, RS232, and Ethernet ports ensure seamless operation and integration with all popular automation systems.

Designed for discerning audiophiles, the Michi Q5 promises unmatched performance and aesthetic elegance for your audio system.

High Precision
CD Mechanism

Certified Roon Tested

Supports MQA and
MQA Studio

Fully balanced differential
XLR outputs

ESS SABRE ES9028PRO
8-Channel DAC
(32-bit /768kHz)

Specifications Michi Q5

Specifications Michi Q5

Intermodulation Distortion 

< 0.002%

 

Analogue Output Level

Unbalanced (RCA): 2.3 V

Balanced (XLR): 4.9 V

Analog Output Impedance

Unbalanced (RCA): 100 Ω

Balanced (XLR): 4k Ω

 

Input Sensitivity

0 dBfs / 75 Ω

Coax/Optical Digital Input Signals

LPCM (Up to 24-bit / 192k Hz)

 

PC-USB

USB Audio Class 2.0 (up to 32-bit / 384k Hz)*

*Driver installation required

Support native DSD (up to 4X, 11.2M Hz) and DoP (up to 2X, 5.6M Hz)

Support MQA and MQA Studio (up to 24-bit / 384k Hz)

Roon Tested

Michi Audio Venue

Brand

Michi

Michi is a flagship series of products built on the history and heritage of Rotel. Michi represents over 55 years of experience coupled with the passion of a family business and ever-growing family of satisfied product owners. Acoustic Elevation. Sonic Evolution. Visual Perfection. Michi, because our reputation is personal.

Rotel

55 Years of Excellence

There is no substitute for experience. More than 50 years of designing, engineering, and manufacturing audio/video components has put Rotel at the top of the pack. They have always been a family owned business. That is why they take the time to build, test, and critically evaluate each new model before it goes into production: their reputation is personal.

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