A Versatile Amplifier for Vinyl and Line-Level Sources
The Rotel RA-820A combines a stereo preamplifier and power amplifier with the controls needed for a straightforward separates system. Its published output is 30 watts per channel into 8 ohms, and its combination of phono, CD, tuner and auxiliary connections makes it useful for a system built around both records and digital sources.
- Built-in moving-magnet phono input: connect a turntable with a suitable MM cartridge directly to the amplifier, using the rear earth terminal where required.
- Flexible source connections: dedicated CD, tuner and AV/AUX inputs accommodate a CD player, separate tuner or the analogue output of a streamer or DAC.
- Adjustable sound: bass, treble and balance controls help tailor playback, while the tone switch offers tone-control bypass and a mono setting.
- Tape recording and monitoring: rear recording connections and a front tape/source monitor selector support a compatible tape deck.
- Speaker and headphone listening: two sets of speaker terminals provide direct and switched secondary connections, alongside a front-panel headphone socket.
Condition and Checking
This example is graded A3 and has been checked by Andrew. There are cosmetic marks and scratches on the case and front panel, with wear to some controls and edges. These are signs of use on an older amplifier; please refer to the photographs when assessing its appearance.
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Rotel RA-820A Features and Connections
- Type: stereo integrated amplifier.
- Published power output: 30W per channel into 8 ohms.
- Inputs: MM phono, CD, tuner, AV/AUX and tape, via RCA sockets.
- Recording: stereo RCA tape output and tape monitor switching.
- Speaker connections: two pairs of terminals, labelled Direct and Remote; “Remote” refers to secondary speakers.
- Speaker impedance: rear label specifies a minimum of 8 ohms per speaker when using either pair alone, or 16 ohms per speaker when using both pairs together.
- Headphones: front-panel socket.
- Controls: bass, treble, balance, volume, tone/mono, tape monitor, source selection and secondary-speaker switch.
- Stock code: 8833.
