Leak Stereo 230 Integrated Amplifier with HDMI & Bluetooth

The Leak Stereo 230 is a top-of-the-line integrated amplifier that delivers high-performance sound and style.

With 115 watts per channel and a range of input options, it's perfect for modern audio and movie enthusiasts. The Stereo 230 also boasts a newly developed HDMI ARC function for top-quality audio in AV applications.

Connect your turntable, digital sources, or stream music via Bluetooth with the Stereo 230's built-in phono pre-amplifier and aptX and AAC codecs.

We've made sure the digital circuitry in this amplifier delivers the same level of quality you'd expect from a standalone D/A converter.

In addition to its excellent performance, the Stereo 230 is designed with reliability and craftsmanship in mind. It combines contemporary performance with classic Leak styling to make it a standout piece in any setup.

Turntable Ready

Experience exceptional sound quality with the included high-quality, low-noise turntable input optimised for moving magnet cartridges.

The JFET-based circuit offers precise RIAA equalisation, meeting industry standards for the best vinyl record playback.

Headphone Users

Get the same performance as standalone headphone amplifiers, but at a lower price point with the dedicated amplifier circuit and current-feedback technology included for the headphone output.

The high slew rate allows for exceptional output signal transitions, delivering a dynamic, detailed, and engaging performance with all types of headphones.

HDMI ARC Input

The included Audio Return Channel (ARC) connection makes this amplifier perfect for home AV applications, bringing the LEAK Hi-Fi pedigree to your screen as well.

Design Philosophy and Core Technology

• 2 x 75W (8ohm) / 2 x 115W (4ohm) Class AB
• ST MOSFET TDA7293 Dual Parallel Amplifier
• ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC
• Built-in Certified Hardware MQA Full Decoder (PC USB, Coax, Optical)
• Support Bluetooth 5.0 (aptX / aptX LL) streaming
• Low Noise Moving Magnet Phono stage
• Dedicated Current-Feedback Headphone AMP
• Support USB Upgrade

Inputs 

• 2 x Analogue
• 1 x Phono (MM)
• 1 x SPDIF (Coax)
• 1 x SPDIF (Optical)
• 1 x HDMI ARC
• 1 x PC USB (USB B)
• 1 x Bluetooth (aptX/aptX LL)
• 1 x 12V Trigger

Outputs 

• 1 x PRE Amplifier
• 1 x Stereo Speaker
• 1 x Headphone
• 1 x 12V Trigger

Sampling Frequency

• Optical/Coaxial: 44.1kHz ---192kHz
• PC USB: 44.1kHz-768kHz (PCM) / DSD64, DSD128, DSD256, DSD512

Preamplifier Section

• Gain: +41dB (Phono MM)
• Input Sensitivity: 550mV (Line, Volume =MAX), 4.8mV (Phone MM, Volume=MAX)
• Input Impedance: 10K (Line), 47K // 100pF (Phono MM)
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.001% (1kHz @2V, TONE=On)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.1dB)
• Output Voltage: 2.3V max. (Volume = MAX)
• Output Impedance: 100ohm
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: >110dB (Line, A-weighted); >75dB (Phono MM, A-weighted)

DAC

• D to A Converter: ES9038Q2M
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.002% (1kHz @ 0dBFS)
• Output level (0dBFS, 1KHz): 2.3Vrms
• Max. Sampling Frequency: Optical, Coaxial: 192kHz, PC USB: PCM768kHz, DSD512
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >115dB (A-weighted)

Power Amplifier Section

• Gain: +32dB
• Rated Power Output: 2 x 75W (8ohm, THD<1%); 2 x 115W (4ohm, THD<1%)
• Frequency Response: 20Hz-20kHz (+/-0.3dB)
• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.003% (1kHz @30W/8ohm)
• Input Sensitivity: 550mV
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio (S/N): >109dB (A-weighted)

Headphone Amplifier

• Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.01% (1kHz, 50mW)
• Output Impedance: 4.7ohm
• Load Impedance: 16-600ohm

General

• Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W
• Net Weight: 12.7kg (Walnut) / 11.1kg (Silver)
• Gross Weight: 15.2kg (Walnut) / 12.7kg (Silver)
• Dimensions (mm) (W x H x D): 328*147*414 (Walnut) / 300*115*414 (Silver)
• Carton Size (mm) (W x H x D): 514*428*210 (Walnut / Silver)
• Finish: Walnut / Silver
• Power Requirements: 220-240V ~ 50/ 60Hz

• 1 x Amplifier
• 1 x Power Cord
• 1 x Remote Control
• 1 x User Manual
• 1 x Antennas

• User Manual