The RSX-1056 is Rotel's most affordable surround sound receiver but certainly doesn't sacrifice performance or features! The high current amplifier section puts a full 75 watts RMS per channel at your sonic disposal (that's with all five channels driven simultaneously from 20Hz to 20kHz with no more than 0.05% THD!). In the real world, this is far more power than you'll find in other products that provide only two-channel ratings. Of course, superb power supply design helps here as does careful parts evaluation and selection. But that's simply part of Rotel's Balanced Design heritage.

Concerned about future needs? A larger room, for example? Or, an eventual move to full 7.1 surround capability? The RSX-1056 features a "Redirect" option that handles all of this with the simple addition of a two-channel amplifier for the front channels. How's that for an "enjoy now and enjoy more later" approach?

Rotel hasn't forgotten convenience either. The RSX-1056 provides analog and digital connections for up to seven additional components. The RSX-1056 even allows you to re-label inputs, assign inputs, perform advanced bass management and equalize channels.

Advanced microprocessors from Crystal Semiconductor handle Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital EX, DTS, DTS ES Discrete and Matrix, DTS 24/96, DTS Neo:6 and Dolby Pro Logic II decoding and provide several music modes for your enjoyment, too. Three component inputs and internal video transcoding let you see the best picture possible regardless of your source.

The RSX-1056 is perfect for custom installations. There's an RS232 interface, multi-room, multisource with composite video, three assignable 12-volt trigger outputs, discrete on/off remote control command codes, rear panel IR inputs, and a detachable AC power cord. A fully programmable remote control is standard.