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Rotel RC-995 Pre Amplifier In excellent working condition. There are some marks on the casing. I was planning to repaint it but it’s no longer required. I have to thin out the collection. Early Japanese made model. Plenty of specs and reviews online. Can pack for postage or drop at a Pack and Send. Priced to sell Condition: Good Payment Method: Cash or Bank Transfer Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By Luke 0 Comments Secure Ad AUD $350 Date: January 16Jan 16
This is a fair-to-good deal rather than a steal: A$350 for an excellent RC-995 sits below the A$399 used ask seen for one with the remote, and well under the model’s original class positioning, so the price looks sensible for a clean example. With the RC-995, you’re paying for a solid, well-regarded late-’90s Rotel preamp rather than flashy features, and A$350 is comfortable if it’s fully working and cosmetically as described.
What makes it worthwhile is the usual Rotel appeal: neat, neutral, controllable sound, proper remote convenience, and a built-in MM/MC phono stage that adds real value if you spin vinyl. Clean condition matters on older preamps, so the main buyer checks are the remote, all inputs/outputs, and whether the phono stage is quiet and healthy. If those are confirmed, this reads as a sensible buy for a straightforward, high-value analogue front end.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Rotel: Japanese Hi-Fi Heritage Since 1961
Rotel traces its lineage to Tokyo, where entrepreneur and engineer Tomoki Tachikawa established the company in 1961, initially as an OEM supplier manufacturing televisions for Sylvania before pivoting to audio equipment. The brand name itself emerged from a creative necessity—unable to register "Roland" worldwide due to the musical instrument manufacturer's prior claim, Tachikawa combined "Roland" with "Matel," one of his earlier trading companies. Now in its seventh decade, Rotel remains family-owned and operated, with Tachikawa's nephew Peter Kao currently leading the company. This continuity of family stewardship has been central to Rotel's identity and operational philosophy.
Rotel has built its reputation primarily through integrated and power amplifiers, establishing itself as a cornerstone brand for serious music enthusiasts. The company's product portfolio extends across compact disc players, turntables, preamplifiers, and home theater components—over 2 million units across 630 unique models since inception. This focused approach reflects Rotel's core commitment: manufacturing hi-fi equipment and nothing else, eschewing diversification in favor of mastery within audio.
Positioned squarely in the high-end to upper-midrange segment, Rotel commands respect among audiophiles and music lovers seeking exceptional value without compromise on engineering standards. The brand's reputation rests on decades of consistent quality, thoughtful design, and a refusal to chase trends. While known for premium amplifiers targeting discerning listeners, Rotel has recently expanded accessibility with entry-level offerings, ensuring the brand remains relevant across experience levels without diluting its core identity.
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