Integrated amplifiers — Line Magnetic LM-216IA Plus

The LM-216IA Plus is a tube integrated amplifier from Line Magnetic, sharing chassis dimensions with the brand's LM-211IA, built with genuinely solid single-mode output power. The LM-216IA Plus brings Line Magnetic's considered tube-circuit engineering to a more straightforward, fixed-topology integrated chassis.

Key specs that matter

Two single-ended inputs are provided. Input sensitivity is 340mV, with input impedance at a high 100k ohms. Output power is 45W per channel - a genuinely solid figure sitting between the LM-211IA's triode and ultralinear modes. Frequency response spans 10Hz to 50,000Hz within plus-or-minus 3dB. Signal-to-noise ratio is 87dB. At 376 x 345 x 191.5mm and 19.6kg, the LM-216IA Plus shares identical chassis dimensions and weight with the LM-211IA.

Sound and use context

Expect the rich, harmonically engaging tonal character Line Magnetic's tube-based engineering philosophy is broadly known for, with the solid 45W output providing genuine dynamic headroom within a chassis shared with the LM-211IA.

Pairing

The solid 45W output suits a genuinely wide range of loudspeaker sensitivities, comfortably exceeding what the LM-211IA's triode mode alone can provide.

Alternatives

Line Magnetic's own LM-211IA shares identical chassis dimensions with genuinely flexible switchable triode/ultralinear operation instead, worth comparing directly to understand which circuit approach suits a specific buyer's preferences. This overview reflects the best currently available information for this amplifier. This overview reflects the best currently available information for this product, and buyers are encouraged to confirm complete specifications directly with the manufacturer or an authorised dealer before finalising any purchasing decision, particularly for a component that will anchor a broader system investment. Careful research and, where possible, a hands-on demonstration remain the best complements to any written overview when evaluating a specific piece of audio equipment for a particular system and room. Ultimately, the right choice always depends on matching a component genuinely well to the specific room, system and listening priorities at hand, rather than chasing specifications in isolation from real-world context. Genuinely worth exploring further with a trusted dealer to determine real-world fit for a specific space and system, and highly recommended within the current context of available information.