ROTEL RB-850 Amplifiers

ROTEL RB-850 Amplifiers 

DESCRIPTION

50 Watt Stereo Power Amplifer - Bridgeable (1987-1991)

USER REVIEWS

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[Apr 16, 1999]
Chris Browne
an Audio Enthusiast

I bought the Rotel RB-850 several years ago as a close-out. I was able to open the case in the store and inspect the quality craftsmanship of the unit.
It is a joy to use with dual transformers. Both channels are on the same board but dual mirror in layout.

I've modified my amp extensively.

I've added a 10K-ohm/1k-ohm L-Pad on the input(internally rewired from the input jacks to the main board.

I've added a delay speaker-on relay on the speaker outputs.

I've added front panel channel on/off switches.

I've added a remote relay turn-on control(120VAC relay)

I've bypassed the bridged mono switch to always stereo.

I've wired the bridged mono front mounted LED to be a second power indicator.

Loads of fun and works like a charm.

I was going to use it as a Tweeter amp with my two AudioControl electronic cross-overs but it works great as a sub-amp.

Best $250 spent on an amp. . .


OVERALL
RATING
4
VALUE
RATING
[Jan 21, 2001]
Dana G
Audio Enthusiast

Strength:

clean sound

Weakness:

none

I use this amp in bridged mode to power my PSB Image 9c center channel speaker. I'm very happy with the sound and would highly recommend this amp.

Similar Products Used:

Bryston 2B, Yamaha M35

OVERALL
RATING
5
VALUE
RATING
5
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