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📌 LAB POINTS
65 watts-per-channel integrated amplifier w/ analog + digital outputs / inputs, including aptX Bluetooth HD connectivity
original design based on classic integrated amplifiers from British hi-fi brand Leak
dedicated MM phono preamp
pre amp out can also output to subwoofer
premium ESS Sabre32 Reference DAC for high-quality digital-to-analog conversion
class AB amplification for detailed and powerful audio performance
binding post speaker terminals
1/4" front panel headphone output
auto-standby mode activated at 20 minutes
coaxial + optical inputs + outputs
remote control included
"The pictures of the Leak 130 mislead you on the actual size and mass of this unit. Although more compact than standard integrated amps, the 130 is a substantial piece of equipment weighing close to 20 lbs. The 65W per channel power is ideal for mid to medium-large bookshelf speakers. We love how all the controls are comfortably located, perfect for fine-tuning volume, treble and bass; or plugging in headphones. Lastly, we like how this setup seamlessly switches from analog to digital, perfect for the vinyl / digital listener. In this price range, this is one of the first integrated amps we recommend." - TTL
🔑 KEY FEATURES
rated power output: 65W per channel at 8 ohms
impedance rating: 4-8 ohms
number of speaker terminals: (2) stereo pairs
DAC: ESS Sabre32 Reference ES9018K2M
phono preamp: yes
EQ: 2-band
wired inputs: RCA, coaxial, optical, USB Type-B
wireless inputs: Bluetooth aptX HD
wired outputs: RCA, coaxial, optical
wireless outputs: n/a
operating app: n/a
headphone output: 1/4"" output
subwoofer output: yes
dimensions: 12.83" (w) x 5.74" (h) x 10.86" (d) / 326 x 146 x 276mm
weight (total): 18.29 lb / 8.3 kg
📦 COMES WITH
remote control
This is an ambitious ask: at US$1,495, it sits well above the typical used market for this model family, with the median at US$246 and even the 75th percentile at US$726. That means the seller is asking more than double the upper-end recent comparable asking price, so it would need unusually strong provenance or extras to justify itself.
That said, the Stereo 130 is a well-liked all-in-one integrated for listeners who want straightforward, good-looking hi-fi with Bluetooth convenience and a warmer, easygoing presentation. If this one is genuinely clean, well cared for, and includes the right original packaging or accessories, it may still appeal to a buyer set on the specific aesthetic and feature set—but from a value standpoint, this is a premium ask, not a bargain.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
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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