LEAK Stereo 130

LEAK Stereo 130 – Modern High-Fidelity with Vintage Style

Why Choose the LEAK Stereo 130?

• Authentic British hi-fi sound with modern digital precision
• ESS Sabre DAC for high-resolution playback from digital sources
• Class AB amplification delivering warm, dynamic, expressive sound
• MM phono stage included for vinyl enthusiasts
• Bluetooth aptX for high-quality wireless streaming
• Available in Silver and iconic Walnut wood veneer
• Ideal for bookshelf and floorstanding speakers in small and medium rooms

The LEAK Stereo 130 blends classic 1960s design with advanced audio engineering to create a timeless amplifier that looks as good as it sounds. Behind its vintage façade lies a powerful 50W-per-channel Class AB amplifier, a high-performance ESS Sabre DAC and a fully equipped phono stage—making the Stereo 130 a complete center piece for any modern stereo system.

🎶 Expressive, Smooth & Natural British Sound

The Stereo 130 delivers the signature LEAK musicality: warm midrange, inviting treble and agile, controlled bass. With exceptional dynamic contrast and a natural sense of rhythm, it brings your music to life whether you are streaming, spinning vinyl, or playing CDs.

🏠 Room Size & Speaker Pairing Recommendations

• Small rooms (10–20 m²): Pairs beautifully with compact bookshelf speakers
• Medium rooms (20–35 m²): Excellent with mid-sized floorstanders
• Suggested match: LEAK Sandwich, Wharfedale Linton, Denton, EVO and Diamond series

💻 High-Resolution Digital Playback with ESS Sabre Precision

A built-in ES9018 Sabre DAC ensures superb clarity and transparency from digital sources, including streamers, TVs, CD transports and media players. Expect:

• low distortion and noise
• expansive stereo imaging
• excellent timing and detail retrieval

🎵 Vinyl-Friendly with Built-In Phono Stage

The integrated MM phono preamp offers accurate RIAA equalization and low-noise performance, allowing turntables to shine without needing extra components.

📱 Premium Bluetooth Streaming

Bluetooth with aptX ensures high-quality wireless playback, giving you the convenience of streaming without sacrificing sound fidelity.

🎧 Dedicated Headphone Amplification

The Stereo 130 includes a robust headphone output for late-night listening, delivering clarity, drive and musical engagement with a wide range of headphones.

📐 Technical Specifications

• Amplifier Power: 2 × 45W (8Ω), 2 × 65W (4Ω)
• Amplifier Type: Class AB
• Digital Inputs: 2 × Optical, 1 × Coaxial
• Analogue Inputs: 1 × Phono MM, 2 × Line-level
• DAC: ESS ES9018K2M Sabre32
• Bluetooth: aptX / AAC
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB)
• THD: < 0.005% (1 kHz)
• Headphone Output: Dedicated high-quality stage
• Dimensions: 326 × 146 × 280 mm
• Weight: 8.3 kg (Silver), 8.7 kg (Walnut)
• Finishes: Silver | Walnut wood veneer

With its perfect blend of vintage charm and cutting-edge digital engineering, the LEAK Stereo 130 offers a captivating listening experience—musical, engaging and built to last.