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2022 Model with phonostage set for high output MC but can be internally adjusted to work with MM. Perfect condition. All original foam and box. This amp needs no introduction hand built by Dr Richard Bews. Entry level redefined by LFD. Selling as Im upgrading to the NCSE III I have a perfect condition SR Master fuse for this amp which can be included for £400 extra and raises performance several notches! Although I live in Belgium I can bring this to the UK (Leeds) in June for pick up or sending on to UK address. New price £3600 -without phono stage
LFD’s Mistral HR is a revered, no-frills British integrated known for elevated HF detail and impressive bass grip, making it a standout for vinyl lovers. At £1,800, this asking price is ambitious—it far exceeds the 75th percentile of £997 and the median of £214 from recent GBP used listings, signaling a premium valuation rather than a bargain.
That high price is justified if the unit is original-owner, in excellent condition, and includes the fitted phonostage (a £350 optional upgrade), which many listings omit. The Mistral’s musical separation, defined instrument clarity, and strong low-frequency control offer genuine sonic upside for discerning listeners. For a clean, well-maintained example with the phono stage, this remains a worthwhile buy for enthusiasts seeking a refined, analog-forward integrated at a fair premium.
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LFD Audio, a boutique British hi-fi manufacturer, traces its origins to 1987 in Clacton-on-Sea, Essex, England. Founded by Dr. Richard Bews, a PhD student of Professor Hawksford—who pioneered influential audio research groups—the brand embodies a commitment to minimalist, low-distortion electronics. From its early days, LFD has prioritized hand-assembly by Bews himself, crafting components with painstaking selection of parts for sonic purity over aesthetic flair.
The company focuses primarily on solid-state amplifiers, including long-running integrated models like the LE, Zero Mk III LE, Mistral, and NCSE, alongside specialized gear such as the MCT preamplifier. LFD also produces high-end cables, interconnects, and phono leads, often refined in collaboration with dealers like Unique Audio, which has partnered with them for over 30 years. Their lineup eschews flashy features, turntables, speakers, DACs, or headphones, zeroing in on amplification and cabling as core strengths.
Positioned firmly in the high-end niche, LFD commands a cult following among discerning audiophiles for delivering some of the most natural-sounding solid-state amps available, despite their utilitarian, "butt ugly" appearance. As a low-profile, one-man operation far from mainstream fanfare, it appeals to buyers seeking uncompromised performance in a vintage-inspired, boutique package.
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