Integrated amplifiers — Leak Stereo 130

The Stereo 130 is an integrated amplifier with built-in DAC and phono stage from Leak, built with comprehensive two-plus-phono connectivity and a strong signal-to-noise figure. The Stereo 130 brings Leak's most storied engineering heritage to a complete, feature-rich integrated chassis.

Key specs that matter

Two single-ended inputs plus a dedicated phono input are provided. Input sensitivity is 480mV for line or 4.1mV for phono MM. The phono stage uses a sophisticated current-sensing design at 47,000 ohms. Output power is 45W into 8 ohms, rising to 65W into 4 ohms. Signal-to-noise ratio exceeds a strong 108dB, with total harmonic distortion plus noise at 0.005%. At 326 x 146 x 276mm and 8.3kg, the Stereo 130 maintains a manageable, feature-complete integrated amplifier chassis reflecting Leak's storied British engineering heritage.

Sound and use context

Expect the accurate, historically celebrated character Leak's broader storied British catalogue is celebrated for, with the strong over-108dB signal-to-noise figure combined with the built-in phono stage covering vinyl directly.

Pairing

The built-in phono stage covers a turntable directly without needing a separate outboard phono stage.

Alternatives

Leak's own Sandwich 100 loudspeaker offers a natural, brand-coherent pairing within the same broader catalogue.