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Leak Stereo 130 integrated amp.Comprehensive connectivity options and a very good dac also.Perfect condition.Original box and accessories.

Our Thoughts RADAR AI

This is a fair ask, leaning a bit ambitious rather than a bargain. At A$1,099, it sits well above your recent-used median of A$425 and also above the A$1,324 75th percentile only slightly in practical terms? No — by your own anchor it’s still below the upper quartile, but it is far past the middle of the pack, so I’d only call it good value if this one is exceptionally clean or comes with the right extras.

The appeal here is the usual one with a well-regarded integrated amp: solid-state convenience, a tidy all-in-one footprint, and a presentation that should suit a broad range of speakers without fuss. If it’s genuinely well cared for, that can justify paying up versus tired examples, but at this level I’d want evidence of recent service, confirmed working channels, and included remote or original packaging if available.

Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.

About LEAK Stereo

Founded in 1934 by Harold Joseph Leak in London, England, LEAK emerged as a pioneering force in British hi-fi, initially crafting public address systems and cinema amplifiers before pivoting to high-fidelity home audio amid post-war innovation. With engineer Ted Ashley's contributions, the brand rode the 1950s hi-fi boom, producing landmark valve amplifiers like the TL/12 series, which set benchmarks for low distortion and performance, establishing LEAK as a global leader in affordable excellence.

LEAK specialized in integrated amplifiers, such as the iconic Stereo 20, Stereo 30, and Stereo 50, alongside innovative loudspeakers featuring the patented "Sandwich" foam-core drivers for precise bass and clarity. The lineup extended to radio tuners, pickups, tonearms, and turntables, blending valve warmth with emerging transistor tech to dominate the stereo era.

Acquired by the Rank Organisation in 1969 and dormant by the late 1970s amid Japanese competition, LEAK's revival under the IAG Group since 2020 honors its heritage with modern classics like the Stereo 130 and 230 integrated amplifiers, plus CD transports and streamers. Revered by vintage collectors for cult models like the Stereo 30, it holds mid-tier prestige today—delivering high-end British sound at accessible prices for discerning buyers seeking timeless refinement.

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