TEST ARTICLE 3: Review: Rotel RA-1572 Stereo Amplifier

Rotel don’t often get the love they deserve. Perhaps it’s the name, which, if you’re not familiar with the brand, sounds like a copy machine manufacturer. Perhaps it’s the fact that they’ve been around so long, unshowily doing their thing for over 55 years. But we think the Japanese company deserves to be a household name, because based on the equipment they put out on a regular basis, they’re doing some remarkable work. A little while ago, we got a chance to hang out with one of their integrated stereo amps, the RA-1572, and it only reinforced our opinion that these guys know what they’re doing. In this review, we break down the RA-1572’s design, sound, packaging, accessories and more, as well as how it compares to other models. You can also check out our video review.