Michi P430 Preamplifier, angled to the right

Michi P430 Preamplifier, angled to the left and top shown

Michi P430 Preamplifier, top and front shown

Michi P430 Preamplifier, shown with the Michi S430 Stereo Power Amplifier

Michi P430 Preamplifier's remote control

Michi P430 Preamplifier, rear of amp shown

Michi P430 Preamplifier

Name: Michi P430 Preamplifier
Brand: Michi By Rotel
SKU: MIC-P430XX-XX-PRE-BLK
Price: 5499.0 AUD
Availability: InStock

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Introducing the P430 Preamplifier

For a Deeper, Balanced, Musical Connection

The Michi Prestige P430 Pre-amplifier serves as the precision control centre for advanced two-channel systems, combining refined source management, installation versatility and exceptional musical detail. Its transparent signal path and ultra-low-noise architecture preserve the integrity of every source, allowing music to emerge with greater clarity, depth, and emotional presence.

Balanced XLR and RCA analogue inputs and outputs allow the P430 to integrate easily with high-performance power amplifiers and a wide array of source components, including a Moving Magnet phono input. Its balanced signal design, isolated independent dual power supplies and optimised grounding architecture establish an ultra-quiet noise floor, stable imaging, and an immersive soundstage.

The result is a pre-amplifier that supports both detail and scale, revealing subtle musical textures while maintaining control and authority.

For digital audio sources, the P430 functions as a modern DAC with coaxial and optical inputs, HDMI ARC for TV audio, PC-USB computer audio with PCM 32-bit/384kHz and DSD256 support, wireless Bluetooth with aptX™ HD and AAC.At its core is an ESS SABRE ES9028PRO 8-channel DAC with advanced clocking and jitter control for accurate, high-resolution digital-to-analogue conversion.

The P430 combines refined industrial design with intuitive operation, making it equally suited to dedicated listening rooms and premium living-room systems. A ¼-inch (6.35 mm) headphone output supports private listening, whilst dual subwoofer outputs provide low-frequency integration for added depth. Coaxial and optical digital outputs further expand system connectivity, supporting integration with downstream digital processors or custom audio system configurations.

The P430 is a performance-first control centre for your audio system, bringing precision, versatility, and a deeper connection to your music.

Product Features

ESS SABRE ES9028PRO 32-bit DAC
Custom-engineered toroidal transformer
XLR balanced inputs and outputs
Moving Magnet phono stage input
Coaxial (3), optical (3) and analog RCA (3) inputs
PC-USB with DSD 4X decoding
Bluetooth with aptXTM HD and AAC
HDMI ARC with CEC support
Dual mono subwoofer outputs
Certified Roon Tested
IP and RS232 2-way communication for control system integration
Dimmable front panel TFT high-resolution display
Michi Prestige remote control

About Michi

Michi is a flagship series of products built on the proud history and heritage of Rotel. Michi represents over 55 years of experience coupled with the passion of a family business and ever-growing family of satisfied product owners.

Acoustic Elevation. Sonic Evolution. Visual Perfection.

Michi, because their reputation is personal.

Technical Specifications

Total Harmonic Distortion

< 0.002%

Frequency Response

Line Level Inputs (RCA): 10 Hz - 100 kHz, 0 ± 0.3 dB
Line Level Inputs (XLR): 10 Hz - 100 kHz, 0 ± 0.3 dB

Digital Inputs: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0 ± 0.3 dB

Phono Input: 20 Hz - 20 kHz, 0 ± 0.3 dB

Signal to Noise Ratio (A Weighted)

Line Level Inputs (RCA): 110 dB

Line Level Inputs (XLR): 106 dB

Digital Inputs: 103 dB

Phono Input: 82 dB

Power Requirements

120 V, 60 Hz

Power Consumption

45 W

Standby Power Consumption

Normal < 0.5 W

Network wakeup < 2 W

BTU Rating

98 BTU / h

Intermodulation Distortion (60 Hz:7 kHz, 4:1)

< 0.002%

Output Level

Line Level (RCA): 1 V

Balanced (XLR): 2 V

Output Impedance

Line Level (RCA): 100 ohms

Balanced (XLR): 200 ohms

Tone Controls

± 10 dB at 100 Hz / 10 kHz

Input Sensitivity

Line Level Inputs (RCA): 160 mV

Line Level Inputs (XLR): 320 mV

Digital Inputs: 0 dBfs

Phono Input (MM): 2.5 mV

Input Impedance

Line Level Inputs (RCA): 33k ohms

Line Level Inputs (XLR): 55k ohms

Digital Inputs: 75 ohms

Phono Input (MM): 47k ohms

Input Overload

Line Level Inputs (RCA): 4.1 V

Line Level Inputs (XLR): 12 V

Phono Input (MM): 69 mV

Digital to Analog Converter

ESS ES9028PRO DAC

HDMI

Support CEC with ARC function

2-channel PCM only (up to 24-bit/ 48 kHz)

Coax/Optical Digital Input Signals

SPDIF LPCM (Up to 24-bit/ 192 kHz)

PC-USB

USB Audio Class 2 (up to 32-bit/ 384 kHz)

*Driver installation required

Support DSD (up to 4X, 11.2 MHz)

and DoP (up to 2X, 5.6 MHz)

Support Roon Tested

Dimensions (W × H × D)

431 x 148 x 404 mm

Front Panel Height

131 mm

Net Weight

10.8 kg

*This information has been obtained from the manufacturer's website. We advise that features & specifications are subject to change without notice. E&OE

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