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Rega Elicit
The Elicit MK5 stereo integrated amplifier is designed and built to the highest standard. Housed in our latest custom case to match the rest of the Rega range, the MK5 builds on previous Rega designs by using our multi-award-winning Class A/B power amplifier circuit to deliver a powerful 105 W per channel into 8 Ω loads (127 W into 6 Ω). Our engineers have designed a new Rega DAC circuit offering digital connectivity and greater integration with a variety of other products. We have taken great care to incorporate a high-quality MM phono stage and the headphone output has been configured such that the speaker switching is performed by the output mute relay to avoid obstructing the signal path.
The heart of your music
The new Elicit MK5 calls on decades of electronic design experience. It is a complex blend of three of our most successful products which promises to deliver big on sound, power, features and style. The Elicit MK5 is capable of driving difficult loudspeakers with ease and will integrate perfectly into any audio system by offering a wide range of connectivity options. In addition to line, digital, and a high-quality moving magnet (MM) phono input, you will also find pre-out, Direct in, Record loop functionality and the high-performance headphone output.
Key Features
- 105 W per channel into 8 Ω
- High quality moving magnet phono stage
- 2 x Digital inputs - 1 x optical and 1 x Co-Axial
- High performance Rega DAC circuit for digital inputs
- 4 Line level inputs
- Headphone output
- Direct Input
- Record input
- New advanced pre-amplifier
- Alps volume potentiometer
- Thermal Cut-Out
- Lifetime warranty against manufacture defects
The Elicit MK5 now shares other design features taken directly from the highly acclaimed Aethos amplifier. You will find the same discrete FET based pre-amplifier circuit, plus an Alps volume potentiometer has been introduced to further improve sonic and technical performance. As you would expect, special attention has been paid to the selection of key audio components. Discrete circuitry, high-quality relays, polypropylene capacitors, and Sanken output transistors are used throughout the design.
The galvanically/optically isolated digital inputs utilise a Wolfson S/PDIF receiver IC to provide exceptional detail and clarity from any connected source. Output is provided by a Wolfson DAC and Rega designed discrete line-driver circuit. The new Elicit MK5 calls upon decades of award-winning experience in amplifier and digital circuit design which culminates in a perfectly engineered balance of reliability, connectivity and above all, accurate music reproduction.
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Professional Reviews 92/100
Deliciously Crispy
Sound Quality
93/100
Build Quality
90/100
Features Connectivity
91/100
Value for Money
94/100
The Rega Elicit Mk5 combines taut bass control, explosive dynamics and a revealing, spacious presentation that gives music uncommon momentum. What Hi-Fi applauds its clarity, punch and composed high-volume grip, while Alpha Audio highlights its expansive stereo image and fast transients. A capable DAC, quiet MM phono stage and 105W-per-channel muscle make it a compelling vinyl-and-digital hub.
What Reviewers Are Saying
Pros
Powerful, agile bass and clean control at high listening levels.
Detailed, energetic sound with fast transients, fluid dynamics and an expansive stereo image.
Well-equipped for analogue and digital systems, with a capable DAC and quiet moving-magnet phono stage.
Robust, reassuringly substantial build quality.
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Cons
No USB or Bluetooth connectivity, and digital inputs are limited to one optical and one coaxial connection.
Its forward, brightly lit balance needs careful matching with sources and speakers to avoid excessive aggression.
Runs warm in use, particularly with demanding speakers, so adequate ventilation is essential.
SOUND QUALITY PERFORMANCE 93/100
Reviewers find the Elicit MK5 unusually energetic and revealing, combining taut bass control, strong transient attack and a spacious presentation. Its slightly forward, brightly lit balance prioritises clarity and excitement, while the evidence consistently describes it as musically engaging across a wide range of material.
Transparency Resolution
94/100
Alpha Audio and What Hi-Fi praise the amount of detail retrieved, with the latter noting that information is organised in a coherent, musical way. Analogholic also reports superb resolution, an exceptionally low noise floor and dead-silent operation with efficient speakers.
Tonal Balance Musicality
90/100
The Elicit is repeatedly described as engaging, absorbing and musically cohesive, with clear, nuanced vocals and natural instrumental tone. Its presentation is somewhat forward and brightly lit rather than especially relaxed, though reviewers generally regard this as a lively, detail-enhancing character rather than a serious flaw.
Dynamics
95/100
Dynamics are a standout: reviewers describe fast transients, fluid shifts from quiet to loud, energetic pacing and a real sense of propulsion. It remains clean and controlled at high levels, while its powerful, agile bass grip and substantial speaker control are praised across the reviews.
Soundstage Imaging
93/100
Alpha Audio reports a huge stereo image, while What Hi-Fi finds pleasing space in the presentation. Analogholic highlights depth, layering and convincing retrieval of venue ambience, and The Ear describes clearly etched voices within the musical landscape.
Assessments of Build Quality, Usability, and Overall Propositions.
Build Quality
90/100
What Hi-Fi describes the Elicit MK5 as solidly constructed, robust and businesslike, with controls that operate well. The Ear likewise finds the unit reassuringly hefty and built to Rega's usual high standards, while What Hi-Fi notes the careful use of high-grade components.
Features Connectivity
91/100
The Elicit MK5 is well equipped with five line-level inputs, moving-magnet phono input, headphone output, digital optical and coaxial inputs, and outputs for recording and external power amplification. Its DAC accepts PCM up to 24-bit/192kHz, though the lack of DSD support may matter to a smaller group of digital users.
Value for Money
94/100
At roughly £2,000 in the UK and listed around $3,345 in one review, it is not presented as a budget choice, but reviewers consider its performance and equipment compelling for its class. What Hi-Fi calls it one of the best at its price, while The Ear says its features and outstanding sound make it a strong hub for an excellent system.
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