{"title":"LEAK","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"leak-cdt-cd-transport-silver","title":"LEAK CDT CD Transport - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA 1960s Face on a Modern Transport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CDT was built to sit beside the Stereo 130 amplifier, and it wears the same retro face. Behind that face is a slot loader, a shielded mechanism and a temperature-compensated clock. The looks are the only old thing about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc goes in through the slot rather than onto a tray. A read-ahead buffer pulls data early, so a scratched or dirty disc gets a second attempt at being read before you hear anything go wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism sits in its own enclosure, shielded against electromagnetic noise and fed by its own power supply. Keeping it apart from everything else is what stops noise turning into read errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Clock, the USB Port and the Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTiming comes from a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator. Crystals drift as they warm, and a TCXO corrects for it, so the coaxial and optical outputs hold their timing whether the unit is cold or has been on all evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA USB port on the front takes a stick or drive. It reads FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32, and plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA. Discs run at 44.1kHz; USB handles 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutput is 500mVpp, give or take 50, into 75 ohms. The case is 12.83 inches wide, 11.14 deep and 5.57 tall, and weighs 15.21 pounds. Walnut and silver finishes are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man describes the loading arrangement plainly: \"Looking at the front fascia of the CDT, the Leak is a slot-loading design.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the USB port, the same review sets out how it is used: \"Here, you can insert a USB stick, press the input button from CD play to USB play and run a series of digital files to access the connected DAC.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Stereo 130\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two were designed as a pair, so the CDT matches the amplifier on the shelf and hands its data straight to the converter already inside it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want files and discs from one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the front USB port plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA from a stick, using the same outputs your discs use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour discs are well played\u003c\/strong\u003e — read-ahead buffering gives a marked disc a second chance at being read, so a collection that has been enjoyed still plays through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about timing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the temperature-compensated oscillator holds the output steady as the unit warms up, which is where cheaper clocks quietly drift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want furniture, not a black box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the walnut finish and retro fascia were made to be looked at, which is rare in a component whose job is entirely digital. Pair it with a converter from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your DAC, or use optical if that socket is taken. Your converter then feeds the amplifier exactly as it did before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor files, put a stick in the front USB port and switch the input from CD to USB. If your amplifier has a digital input, such as the Stereo 130, connect straight to that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the LEAK CDT? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Stereo 130 was made for it — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The converter this transport feeds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the retro system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a converter inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. Coaxial and optical outputs feed your DAC or an amplifier with a digital input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, MP3, AAC and WMA files from FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 drives, at 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a TCXO for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA temperature-compensated crystal oscillator corrects for the drift that heat causes, holding the digital output steady as the unit warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a slot or a tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot. You offer the disc to the front panel and the mechanism takes it in, with no tray to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut and silver. The walnut wraps the case in a wooden enclosure, which is the finish most people picture when they think of LEAK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e12.83 by 11.14 by 5.57 inches and 15.21 pounds. Three years on parts and labor, when bought from an authorized dealer with valid proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man goes through the CDT and compares it with the Audiolab 6000CDT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fcLqO1EzfwA\" title=\"LEAK CDT, CD TRANSPORT REVIEW. FULL REVIEW, CLOSE UP AND SOUND COMPARISON WITH THE AUDIOLAB 6000CDT!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAB's Sound Advice takes a first look at the unit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jd4l_6SS3MM\" title=\"Leak CDT Product Preview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, clocking and jitter, or playing files from USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981471506605,"sku":"NEW-LECDT-SIL","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LECDT_SIL_02-Large__33008.1728367621.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778094612"},{"product_id":"leak-sandwich-250-loudspeakers-walnut-pair","title":"LEAK Sandwich 250 Loudspeakers - Walnut - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe 1961 Sandwich Cone, Rebuilt at Full Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Sandwich 250 is the largest speaker in LEAK's revived Sandwich range. It is a three-way standmount with an 11-inch bass driver, a 4.25-inch midrange and a 1.2-inch coated textile dome tweeter. The cabinet is nearly 26 inches tall, and the speakers are sold as a mirror-imaged pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK introduced the original Sandwich in 1961. Its cone bonded two aluminum skins to a foam core and was far stiffer than the paper cones of the day. The new cone keeps that idea with a core of PMI structural foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy a Stiff Cone Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone that flexes adds distortion. LEAK says the Sandwich cone moves as one piece across its range, free from mechanical break-up. Both the bass and midrange drivers use it. The tweeter has a damped rear chamber that pulls its resonance below the 3.1 kHz crossover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK quotes 42 Hz to 26 kHz within 3 dB, with bass extension to 32 Hz at minus 6 dB. Sensitivity is 88.5 dB and impedance is 6 ohms nominal with a 4 ohm minimum. LEAK recommends 25 to 250 watts, and peak output is rated at 112 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Much Room It Takes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet is 14.6 inches wide, 25.8 tall and 13 deep with terminals, and weighs 60 pounds, which is floorstander weight in a standmount. The finish is real walnut veneer with aluminum trim, and a cloth grille and rubber feet are included. Binding posts come with links fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAbout the Stand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK's matching stand is about 15 inches tall, with a top plate sized to the cabinet and a veneered plinth. The manual says the 250 should not be used on the floor or without a stand. We offer the speakers alone or with the LEAK stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e introduced the Sandwich 150 and 250 on February 5, 2024, as a classic 1961 design \"injected with plenty of modern technology to make what looks like a very tasty treat.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson made the Sandwich 250 a Best Speaker 2024 nominee on his YouTube channel in June 2024. Five days later, in a follow-up episode, he named it his best vintage-inspired speaker of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTechRadar's Becky Scarrott headlined her February 2024 preview: \"I've waited 63 years for a Sandwich – but Leak speakers are always worth the wait.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Bookshelf Speaker Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want floorstander scale without a floorstander\u003c\/strong\u003e — an 11-inch woofer in a 45.5-liter cabinet reaches 32 Hz and moves real air in a large room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou love the 1960s look and want it done properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — walnut veneer, aluminum trim and the countersunk rear screws of the original, built by the company that made it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have, or want, a LEAK system\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 230\u003c\/a\u003e sits in the recommended power range and shares the walnut and aluminum styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier is comfortable with 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e — 88.5 dB sensitivity is easy, but the 4 ohm minimum means a receiver rated only for 8 ohms is not the right partner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour room is small\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is a big speaker on a big stand; the two-way \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-sandwich-150-loudspeakers-walnut-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSandwich 150\u003c\/a\u003e gives the same cone and tweeter in half the size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do They Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable runs from your amplifier to the binding posts on each cabinet, red to red and black to black. Leave the terminal links in place for a normal single run. These are passive speakers, so there is nothing else to power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePut them on the stands, away from the wall behind the rear port. LEAK's manual warns that placing them too close to a wall makes the bass boomy and suggests toe-in of up to 30 percent. Leave the grilles on, since LEAK says they aid dispersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the setup. These are the categories most Sandwich 250 owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 230\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — LEAK's more powerful integrated amplifier, in matching walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-trustream-network-player\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK TruStream network player\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — streaming source in the same LEAK styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-cdt-cd-transport\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK CDT CD transport\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the matching CD transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heavier gauge for the 4 ohm minimum and long runs to wide-spaced speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the Sandwich 250 sold as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The price is for two speakers, mirror-imaged left and right, with grilles and rubber feet. Choose the version with LEAK stands if you do not already have stands rated for 60 pounds each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need the LEAK stands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou need a stand of some kind. LEAK says not to use the 250 on the floor or without a stand. Most standard stands are too small for a cabinet this wide and heavy, so the matching stand is the safe choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much amplifier do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK recommends 25 to 250 watts. Sensitivity is high at 88.5 dB, so modest power plays loud. The impedance dips to 4 ohms, so choose an amplifier rated for 4 ohm loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a sandwich cone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone built like an aircraft panel. Two thin aluminum skins are bonded to a light, stiff foam core. The result is far more rigid than a paper or plastic cone of the same weight, so it moves as one piece instead of flexing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShould I use the grilles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. LEAK designed the grilles as part of the speaker and says the driver dispersion is better with them on. Removing them changes the balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is the 250 different from the Sandwich 150?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 250 is a three-way with an 11-inch woofer and a separate midrange. The 150 is a two-way with a 6.5-inch mid-bass driver. The 250 goes deeper, plays louder and needs a larger room and stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the Sandwich 250:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OirHxi5VFeM\" title=\"BEST SPEAKER 2024 Nominee! LEAK Sandwich 250 Speaker Review - Andrew Robinson\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson's best vintage-inspired speaker of 2024:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RFrje6t6ukQ\" title=\"The BEST VINTAGE (inspired) SPEAKER Is...? Leak Sandwich 250 Episode - Andrew Robinson\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, amplifier matching, or when to add a subwoofer? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Walnut \/ New","offer_id":45981740466349,"sku":"NEW-LESW250-WAL-PR","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESW250-WAL-PR_01_angle_2024__26025.1730733720.1280.1280_abe0e602-d7d1-4a7a-9ec9-7d5b1b0d8b3b.jpg?v=1778158603"},{"product_id":"leak-sandwich-250-loudspeakers-walnut-w-stands-pair","title":"LEAK Sandwich 250 Loudspeakers - Walnut w\/Stands - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe 1961 Sandwich Cone, Rebuilt at Full Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Sandwich 250 is the largest speaker in LEAK's revived Sandwich range. It is a three-way standmount with an 11-inch bass driver, a 4.25-inch midrange and a 1.2-inch coated textile dome tweeter. The cabinet is nearly 26 inches tall, and the speakers are sold as a mirror-imaged pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK introduced the original Sandwich in 1961. Its cone bonded two aluminum skins to a foam core and was far stiffer than the paper cones of the day. The new cone keeps that idea with a core of PMI structural foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy a Stiff Cone Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone that flexes adds distortion. LEAK says the Sandwich cone moves as one piece across its range, free from mechanical break-up. Both the bass and midrange drivers use it. The tweeter has a damped rear chamber that pulls its resonance below the 3.1 kHz crossover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK quotes 42 Hz to 26 kHz within 3 dB, with bass extension to 32 Hz at minus 6 dB. Sensitivity is 88.5 dB and impedance is 6 ohms nominal with a 4 ohm minimum. LEAK recommends 25 to 250 watts, and peak output is rated at 112 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Much Room It Takes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet is 14.6 inches wide, 25.8 tall and 13 deep with terminals, and weighs 60 pounds, which is floorstander weight in a standmount. The finish is real walnut veneer with aluminum trim, and a cloth grille and rubber feet are included. Binding posts come with links fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAbout the Stand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK's matching stand is about 15 inches tall, with a top plate sized to the cabinet and a veneered plinth. The manual says the 250 should not be used on the floor or without a stand. We offer the speakers alone or with the LEAK stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e introduced the Sandwich 150 and 250 on February 5, 2024, as a classic 1961 design \"injected with plenty of modern technology to make what looks like a very tasty treat.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson made the Sandwich 250 a Best Speaker 2024 nominee on his YouTube channel in June 2024. Five days later, in a follow-up episode, he named it his best vintage-inspired speaker of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTechRadar's Becky Scarrott headlined her February 2024 preview: \"I've waited 63 years for a Sandwich – but Leak speakers are always worth the wait.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Bookshelf Speaker Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want floorstander scale without a floorstander\u003c\/strong\u003e — an 11-inch woofer in a 45.5-liter cabinet reaches 32 Hz and moves real air in a large room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou love the 1960s look and want it done properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — walnut veneer, aluminum trim and the countersunk rear screws of the original, built by the company that made it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have, or want, a LEAK system\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 230\u003c\/a\u003e sits in the recommended power range and shares the walnut and aluminum styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier is comfortable with 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e — 88.5 dB sensitivity is easy, but the 4 ohm minimum means a receiver rated only for 8 ohms is not the right partner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour room is small\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is a big speaker on a big stand; the two-way \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-sandwich-150-loudspeakers-walnut-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSandwich 150\u003c\/a\u003e gives the same cone and tweeter in half the size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do They Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable runs from your amplifier to the binding posts on each cabinet, red to red and black to black. Leave the terminal links in place for a normal single run. These are passive speakers, so there is nothing else to power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePut them on the stands, away from the wall behind the rear port. LEAK's manual warns that placing them too close to a wall makes the bass boomy and suggests toe-in of up to 30 percent. Leave the grilles on, since LEAK says they aid dispersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the setup. These are the categories most Sandwich 250 owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 230\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — LEAK's more powerful integrated amplifier, in matching walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-trustream-network-player\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK TruStream network player\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — streaming source in the same LEAK styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-cdt-cd-transport\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK CDT CD transport\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the matching CD transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heavier gauge for the 4 ohm minimum and long runs to wide-spaced speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the Sandwich 250 sold as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The price is for two speakers, mirror-imaged left and right, with grilles and rubber feet. Choose the version with LEAK stands if you do not already have stands rated for 60 pounds each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need the LEAK stands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou need a stand of some kind. LEAK says not to use the 250 on the floor or without a stand. Most standard stands are too small for a cabinet this wide and heavy, so the matching stand is the safe choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much amplifier do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK recommends 25 to 250 watts. Sensitivity is high at 88.5 dB, so modest power plays loud. The impedance dips to 4 ohms, so choose an amplifier rated for 4 ohm loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a sandwich cone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone built like an aircraft panel. Two thin aluminum skins are bonded to a light, stiff foam core. The result is far more rigid than a paper or plastic cone of the same weight, so it moves as one piece instead of flexing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShould I use the grilles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. LEAK designed the grilles as part of the speaker and says the driver dispersion is better with them on. Removing them changes the balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is the 250 different from the Sandwich 150?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 250 is a three-way with an 11-inch woofer and a separate midrange. The 150 is a two-way with a 6.5-inch mid-bass driver. The 250 goes deeper, plays louder and needs a larger room and stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the Sandwich 250:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OirHxi5VFeM\" title=\"BEST SPEAKER 2024 Nominee! LEAK Sandwich 250 Speaker Review - Andrew Robinson\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson's best vintage-inspired speaker of 2024:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RFrje6t6ukQ\" title=\"The BEST VINTAGE (inspired) SPEAKER Is...? Leak Sandwich 250 Episode - Andrew Robinson\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, amplifier matching, or when to add a subwoofer? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Walnut with Stands \/ New","offer_id":45981858529453,"sku":"NEW-LESW250-WALSTA-PR","price":3695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESW250-WALSTA-PR_01_angle_2024__17637.1730733399.1280.1280_8aa6f2f7-c66f-4093-9fc6-42a6fc49c1bc.jpg?v=1778158624"},{"product_id":"leak-trustream-network-player","title":"LEAK TruStream Network Player","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eStreaming That Suits a Mid-Century System\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe LEAK TruStream is the brand's first dedicated streamer since LEAK returned in 2020. It is built to sit beside the Stereo 130 and Stereo 230 amplifiers, in the same walnut veneer over an aluminum chassis, so a modern source can join a system without looking out of place in it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThat matters more than it sounds. Most streamers are black boxes with a screen, and they fight the look of a shelf built around wood and brushed metal. This one is designed to belong there, and it is 330mm wide, so it sits alongside rather than dominating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Converter Behind the Wood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConversion runs on an ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M, a 32-bit part LEAK pairs with its own low-noise supply, an ultra-low-noise Noratel toroidal transformer and a Class A filter stage after the converter. PCM plays up to 32-bit and 768kHz, and DSD reaches DSD512 over the USB input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEvery Service, and the Outputs to Match\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe streaming engine comes from Silent Angel, running on an ARM Cortex processor. It is certified Roon Ready over RAAT, and it carries Tidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2 and TuneIn radio, with DLNA and SMB for anything kept on your own network.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMore Sockets Than You Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog output is on balanced XLR at 4.1 volts and on RCA. Optical and coaxial digital outputs pass the signal to another converter, and there are two USB-A ports for audio out as well. Two more USB-A ports take a drive full of music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA headphone amplifier is built in, with an output impedance of 2.35 ohms and a load range of 20 to 600 ohms, so most pairs will work from the front panel. A USB-C port connects a Mac or PC directly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eNetworking runs over Gigabit Ethernet or dual-band Wi-Fi. The cabinet measures 330 by 118 by 278mm and weighs 6.5kg, and standby draw is under half a watt. A remote and a power cord come in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Network Player Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a LEAK system already\u003c\/strong\u003e — the walnut and aluminum match the Stereo 130 and 230 exactly, so the streamer looks like it was always meant to be there.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou use Roon, Tidal or Qobuz\u003c\/strong\u003e — Roon Ready certification and all three Connect modes mean you keep the app you already know rather than learning another one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou listen on headphones too\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in amplifier handles 20 to 600 ohm loads, so the good pair gets used without another box on the shelf.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou may change converters later\u003c\/strong\u003e — optical, coaxial and USB digital outputs let the TruStream work as a pure transport, so it still earns its place if the system grows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe TruStream is a source, not an amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e — passive speakers need an amplifier between the two. Pair it with one of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eintegrated amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eJoin it to your network over Gigabit Ethernet or dual-band Wi-Fi and drive it from the app. A Mac or PC connects directly on USB-C, and a drive full of music plugs into either of the two USB-A storage ports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun balanced XLR or single-ended RCA to your amplifier. If you would rather use a converter of your own, the optical, coaxial and USB audio outputs will feed it instead. Headphones plug into the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The natural partner, and LEAK's own two match the cabinet — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphones:\u003c\/strong\u003e There is an amplifier built in for them — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/headphones\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced or single-ended out of the player — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e Somewhere to show the walnut off — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich services are built in?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTidal Connect, Qobuz Connect, Spotify Connect, AirPlay 2 and TuneIn radio, plus Roon Ready, DLNA and SMB for network storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat resolution does it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePCM up to 32-bit and 768kHz, and DSD up to DSD512 over the USB connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I use my own DAC with it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. Optical, coaxial and USB audio outputs let the TruStream act as a pure streaming transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich headphones will it drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnything from 20 to 600 ohms, through the built-in amplifier. Output impedance is 2.35 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan it play music from a drive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, through either of the two USB-A storage ports, or across the network over DLNA or SMB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finish and size is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut veneer over an aluminum chassis, 330 by 118 by 278mm, weighing 6.5kg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHiFi Review Hub spends an evening with the TruStream:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/9okEWm8i1ew\" title=\"Beer, Ramblings \u0026amp; The NEW Leak TruStream Streamer\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd Lenny Florentine puts it in a vintage system:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/01H0tC-uAhc\" title=\"The Streamer Your Vintage System Has Been Waiting For\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about network streamers, DAC design, or building a digital front end? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981926752429,"sku":"NEW-LETRUSTE","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LETRUSTE_01_angle_2026__27616.1774879046.1280.1280_1d907d92-ead7-45f2-919b-255dfc0f11e9.jpg?v=1778167007"},{"product_id":"leak-sandwich-150-loudspeakers-walnut-pair","title":"LEAK Sandwich 150 Loudspeakers - Walnut - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe 1961 Sandwich Cone in a Two-Way\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Sandwich 150 is the mid-size model in LEAK's revived Sandwich range. A 6.5-inch mid-bass driver with an aluminum-skinned foam-core cone sits below a 1.2-inch coated textile dome tweeter. The cabinet is 16.3 inches tall, and the speakers are sold as a mirror-imaged pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK introduced the original Sandwich in 1961. Its cone bonded two aluminum skins to a foam core, an idea borrowed from aircraft construction, and it was far stiffer than the paper cones of the day. The new cone keeps that idea with a core of PMI structural foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy a Stiff Cone Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone that flexes adds distortion. LEAK says the Sandwich cone moves as one piece across its range, free from mechanical break-up. The tweeter has a damped rear chamber that pulls its resonance below the 2.4 kHz crossover, so the two drivers blend without heavy correction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK quotes 44 Hz to 26 kHz within 3 dB, with bass extension to 38 Hz at minus 6 dB. Sensitivity is 86.5 dB and impedance is 6 ohms nominal with a 4 ohm minimum. LEAK recommends 25 to 150 watts, and peak output is rated at 106 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Much Room It Takes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet is 9.8 inches wide, 16.3 tall on its plinth and 12.4 deep with terminals, and weighs 27 pounds. The finish is real walnut veneer with aluminum trim. A cloth grille and rubber feet are included, and the binding posts come with links fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe cabinet is a sandwich too. An outer layer of MDF and an inner layer of high-density particle board are bonded with a damping glue. LEAK adds spot bracing and the front-to-back brace with the countersunk rear screw that marked the original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePaul Rigby's June 6, 2024 review for \u003cem\u003eThe Audiophile Man\u003c\/em\u003e concluded: \"One of the most exciting, rousing and dramatic speaker designs I've heard in some time, the Leak 150 speakers – for that price point – provide a sensational performance.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the treble: \"They excite, they wow, they will have you dancing around the room.\" Rigby found the grilles tamed the top end at very high volume, and preferred a little less toe-in with them off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Dewhirst reviewed them for \u003cem\u003eFuture Audiophile\u003c\/em\u003e on December 25, 2024: \"The LEAK Sandwich 150 bring a lot of bass for such a small bookshelf speaker.\" He also praised the seamless crossover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Bookshelf Speaker Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a lively, big-hearted sound\u003c\/strong\u003e — both reviewers heard bold bass and an open, energetic treble, not a polite one\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want real bass from a standmount\u003c\/strong\u003e — 38 Hz extension from a 19.6-liter cabinet covers most music without a subwoofer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou love the 1960s look\u003c\/strong\u003e — walnut veneer, aluminum trim and the offset tweeter of the original, built by the company that made it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have, or want, a LEAK system\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-130-integrated-amplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 130\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 230\u003c\/a\u003e sit in the recommended power range and share the styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want strict neutrality\u003c\/strong\u003e — Future Audiophile said \"they definitely have a sound\"; if you want a speaker with no character, this is not it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do They Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable runs from your amplifier to the binding posts on each cabinet, red to red and black to black. Leave the terminal links in place for a normal single run. These are passive speakers, so there is nothing else to power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePut them on stands with the tweeter near ear height, away from the wall behind the rear port. LEAK's manual warns that placing them too close to a wall makes the bass boomy. Leave the grilles on. LEAK says they aid dispersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the setup. These are the categories most Sandwich 150 owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-130-integrated-amplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 130\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — LEAK's integrated amplifier with phono stage, DAC and Bluetooth, in matching walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-trustream-network-player\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK TruStream network player\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — streaming source in the same LEAK styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — 24 inches puts the tweeter at ear height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-sandwich-250-loudspeakers-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Sandwich 250\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the three-way step up, with an 11-inch woofer and a separate midrange\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the Sandwich 150 sold as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The price is for two speakers, mirror-imaged left and right, with grilles and rubber feet in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo they need stands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK says they can sit on a sturdy shelf or side table, but stands are recommended for the best sound. Each speaker weighs 27 pounds, so choose a solid stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much amplifier do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK recommends 25 to 150 watts. Sensitivity is 86.5 dB and the impedance dips to 4 ohms, so a good integrated amplifier of 40 watts or more is a comfortable match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a sandwich cone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone built like an aircraft panel. Two thin aluminum skins are bonded to a light, stiff foam core. The result is far more rigid than a paper or plastic cone of the same weight, so it moves as one piece instead of flexing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShould I use the grilles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. LEAK designed the grilles as part of the speaker and says driver dispersion is better with them on. Paul Rigby found they also soften the treble at very high volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does the 150 compare with the Sandwich 100 and 250?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-sandwich-100-loudspeakers-walnut-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSandwich 100\u003c\/a\u003e is a smaller two-way for compact rooms. The 250 is a much larger three-way. The 150 is the middle path, with real bass in a cabinet that still fits a normal stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePaul Rigby of The Audiophile Man reviews the Sandwich 150:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ucPIKqAdQZc\" title=\"LEAK 150 Standmount Speakers Reviewed - The Audiophile Man\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK introduces the Sandwich 150 and 250:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/C8D88mJyqts\" title=\"LEAK Sandwich 150 and 250 Loudspeaker - Leak HiFi Official\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, amplifier matching, or when to add a subwoofer? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45981927309485,"sku":"NEW-LESW150-WAL-PR","price":1595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESW150-WAL-PR_01_angle_2024__00362.1730734201.1280.1280_e8a4f86c-b313-4277-a84f-feb3a3c03920.jpg?v=1778158581"},{"product_id":"leak-stereo-130-integrated-amplifier-walnut","title":"LEAK Stereo 130 Integrated Amplifier - Walnut","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRetro Looks, Thoroughly Modern Circuitry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK built some of Britain's most beloved amplifiers back in the 1950s and 60s. The Stereo 130 revives that name. The period styling is genuine, and it wraps a fully current feature set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Stereo 130 is rated at 45 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Into 4 ohms it makes 65. Current-feedback circuitry runs throughout, including in the headphone amplifier. That makes for fast, controlled sound. Total harmonic distortion stays under 0.005% at 30 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEvery Source You Own, Already Covered\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn ESS Sabre32 Reference ES9018K2M DAC handles digital conversion. Optical and coaxial inputs take up to 24-bit\/192kHz each. USB goes up to 384kHz PCM, plus DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256. Bluetooth with aptX priority covers wireless streaming from a phone or laptop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA built-in moving-magnet phono stage with a JFET circuit welcomes a turntable straight into the system. No outboard preamp is required. Two RCA auxiliary inputs round out the analog side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTone Controls When You Want Them, Bypass When You Don't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA preamp output is there too. It can feed a separate power amp or a subwoofer down the road. Tone controls and a direct switch give you the choice. Shape the sound to your room, or route straight through for the purest possible signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Be Lived With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Stereo 130 ships in a choice of Walnut or Silver finishes. Each has genuine wood or brushed metal detailing. It nods to LEAK's mid-century originals without feeling like a costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Walnut version weighs just over 18 pounds. Silver comes in a touch smaller and lighter, at just over 15. A dedicated remote handles volume and source switching from the listening chair. It is also sold separately as a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEd Selley, in a January 5, 2021 review for AVForums, wrote that despite its vintage-inspired looks, \"you do not hear a piece of vintage equipment\" when the Stereo 130 is running. He praised its \"real panache\" and called the build quality \"immaculate,\" summing it up as \"a very likeable duo indeed\" that offers \"modern features and talented sonics wrapped in something that's a little different.\" AVForums awarded it Recommended with a score of 8 out of 10, noting that listeners chasing maximum output might want more than 45 watts, but that most rooms would find it plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Integrated Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want vintage character without vintage compromises\u003c\/strong\u003e — period-correct styling houses a genuinely current DAC, Bluetooth, and phono stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play vinyl on a moving-magnet cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in phono stage skips the need for an outboard preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou stream from your phone or a digital source\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bluetooth with aptX and USB\/optical\/coaxial digital inputs cover both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to shape the sound to your room\u003c\/strong\u003e — built-in tone controls, or bypass them entirely with the direct switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf your speakers need more than 45 watts to come alive,\u003c\/strong\u003e the Stereo 130's preamp output lets you add a dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003epower amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e down the line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect your speakers to the binding posts and your turntable to the built-in phono input. Two auxiliary RCA inputs cover analog sources, while optical, coaxial, and USB inputs handle digital ones, and Bluetooth pairs directly with a phone or laptop. A preamp output is there if you ever want to add a subwoofer or a separate power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom there, the remote and the front-panel controls (including tone shaping or a direct-through mode) put the rest in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the Stereo 130? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Put the built-in MM phono stage to work — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A responsive bookshelf pair suits its scale and character — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quality RCA interconnects and speaker cable complete the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tidy home for a compact, good-looking amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e45 watts per channel into 8 ohms, or 65 watts per channel into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a built-in moving-magnet phono stage with a JFET circuit for direct turntable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have Bluetooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, with aptX given priority for higher-quality wireless streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, driven by the same current-feedback circuitry as the main amplifier stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut and Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it come with a remote control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a dedicated remote handles volume and source switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the Stereo 130 as part of LEAK Audio's return to the market:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ugzgZBCnes4\" title=\"LEAK Audio is BACK! LEAK Stereo 130 REVIEW - Leak Audio Integrated Amp\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioTrends TV takes a quick look at the Stereo 130:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3rOlTovlv80\" title=\"Leak Audio Stereo 130 Amplifier | Quick Look\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, phono stages, or building your first two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Walnut \/ New","offer_id":45982004543661,"sku":"NEW-LESTE130-WAL","price":1495.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESTE130_WAL_01-Large__70302.1756827967.1280.1280_af57b6b8-83ae-45dd-be1f-63878a52e463.jpg?v=1778113380"},{"product_id":"leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut","title":"LEAK Stereo 230 Integrated Amplifier - Walnut","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA 1934 Name, Doing Modern Work\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK was founded in 1934 and is now firmly back as a hi-fi mainstay. The Stereo 230 wears that history on the outside, in a case that looks like it belongs in 1965, while everything behind the front panel was designed for what people actually listen to now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt builds on the Stereo 130 that came before it, adding more power and more capability. The retro appearance is genuine rather than a styling exercise, and the walnut sleeve is the reason this amplifier ends up in rooms where a black box would not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAnalog and Digital Together\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Stereo 230 is an integrated amplifier that handles both sides properly. Analog sources get the treatment you would expect from the name, and the digital side was built for the modern audio and film enthusiast rather than added as an afterthought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eMore Power Than the 130 Below It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe step up from the Stereo 130 is the point of this model. More power means a wider choice of speakers and more headroom in a bigger room, which is what most people run out of first when they buy the smaller amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Be Seen\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe walnut sleeve and the front panel are the reasons people buy this rather than something anonymous. It is a component you put where visitors will see it, which is unusual and worth saying plainly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor a system built around one box that has to look right as well as sound right, the Stereo 230 is the answer LEAK has been building toward since the brand came back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Integrated Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe system lives in the room, not a cupboard\u003c\/strong\u003e — the walnut sleeve and retro face were designed to be looked at, which almost nothing else at this level attempts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou outgrew the Stereo 130\u003c\/strong\u003e — more power is the main change, and it is the thing owners of the smaller model ask for first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour sources are mixed\u003c\/strong\u003e — the analog and digital sides were both designed in rather than one being bolted on to satisfy a spec sheet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFilms matter as well as music\u003c\/strong\u003e — LEAK built this for the modern audio and movie enthusiast, not only for two-channel listening.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Stereo 230 is an amplifier, not a streamer\u003c\/strong\u003e — network services reach it through something connected to its inputs. Add one from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003emusic streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnalog sources use the line inputs, and digital sources connect to the built-in conversion. Speakers go to the binding posts, and the whole thing is designed to be the single box in the middle of a system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBecause it is a full integrated amplifier, nothing else is needed between your sources and your speakers. Add a streamer if you want network services, and a turntable feeds it like any other source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding your system? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A pair worth looking at too — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/floorstanding-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eFloorstanding Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStreamer:\u003c\/strong\u003e To bring the network to it — browse our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/music-streamers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eMusic Streamers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e The obvious partner for a case like this — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Speaker cable to finish the job — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow does it differ from the Stereo 130?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eMore power, and more functionality alongside it. The 230 is the step up in the same design language.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finish is it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA walnut sleeve over the chassis, in LEAK's retro style. It is built to be seen rather than hidden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it handle digital sources?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The digital side was designed in from the start rather than added afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it suitable for films as well as music?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK designed it for the modern audio and movie enthusiast, so both are catered for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhen was LEAK founded?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e1934. The brand returned to the market recently and the Stereo 230 is part of that current range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need anything else?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA pair of speakers and your sources. It is a complete integrated amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSteve Guttenberg on what LEAK got right:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KiGfzgTE3Uc\" title=\"Retro UK AUDIO Done Right: Leak Stereo 230\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAnd HiFi Review Hub listens to one:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OY5nSboGd0Q\" title=\"Leak Stereo 230 Review \u0026amp; Sound Test\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\nFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, streaming, or building a modern system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45982744117421,"sku":"NEW-LESTE230-WAL","price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESTE230_WAL_01-Large__70356.1690992739.1280.1280_344270b1-bf63-4066-8d4a-992598f087ed.jpg?v=1778113361"},{"product_id":"leak-sandwich-100-loudspeakers-walnut-pair","title":"LEAK Sandwich 100 Loudspeakers - Walnut - Pair","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Compact Sandwich\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Sandwich 100 is the smallest speaker in LEAK's revived Sandwich range, launched in April 2026. A 5.75-inch mid-bass driver with an aluminum-skinned foam-core cone sits below a 1.2-inch coated textile dome tweeter. The cabinet is 13.4 inches tall, and the speakers are sold as a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK introduced the original Sandwich in 1961. Its cone bonded two aluminum skins to a foam core, an idea borrowed from aircraft construction. The Sandwich 100 cone uses a Rohacell structural foam core bonded to aluminum skins with aerospace adhesives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy a Stiff Cone Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone that flexes adds distortion. LEAK says the Sandwich cone stays rigid and light, so it moves as one piece with low distortion. The 30 mm tweeter is larger than most at this size, which lets LEAK cross over lower, at 2.2 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK quotes 49 Hz to 20 kHz within 3 dB, with bass extension to 44 Hz at minus 6 dB. Sensitivity is 86 dB and impedance is 6 ohms nominal with a 4.8 ohm minimum. LEAK recommends 25 to 100 watts, and peak output is rated at 102 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Much Room It Takes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet is 8.3 inches wide, 13.4 tall and 10.6 deep with terminals, and weighs 17.3 pounds. The sides and top are walnut with aluminum trim. Unlike its larger siblings, the front baffle is soft-touch black. A removable cloth grille and rubber feet are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe crossover uses polypropylene capacitors, air-core inductors and low-loss resistors. The cabinet is braced and damped inside, with a rear bass-reflex port. The designer is Peter Comeau, who also leads acoustic design for Wharfedale and Mission.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Sandwich 100 is new, and reviews were not published when we wrote this page. \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e covered the April 2026 launch, noting the speakers are \"designed to be easy to accommodate both in terms of size and price.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePeter Comeau told \u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e: \"In developing the Sandwich 100, our intention was to make a more compact speaker offering uncompromising sound for a smaller space.\" We will add review findings as they appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Bookshelf Speaker Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want the Sandwich look and cone in a small room\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 10.6-liter cabinet that fits a desk, a bookshelf or a compact stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou are building a small LEAK system\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-130-integrated-amplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 130\u003c\/a\u003e shares the walnut and aluminum styling and sits inside the recommended power range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want a warm, easy character\u003c\/strong\u003e — LEAK voices the 100 for natural tone and believable scale rather than analytical detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier is modest\u003c\/strong\u003e — 86 dB sensitivity and a 4.8 ohm minimum suit most integrated amplifiers of 40 watts or more\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want deep bass or a big room filled\u003c\/strong\u003e — step up to the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-sandwich-150-loudspeakers-walnut-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSandwich 150\u003c\/a\u003e, which reaches 38 Hz and plays 4 dB louder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do They Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable runs from your amplifier to the binding posts on each cabinet, red to red and black to black. Leave the terminal links in place for a normal single run. These are passive speakers, so there is nothing else to power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePut them on stands or a shelf with the tweeter near ear height and some space behind the rear port. LEAK says the grille is part of the speaker's voicing, so listen with it on first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the setup. These are the categories most Sandwich 100 owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-130-integrated-amplifier\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 130\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — LEAK's integrated amplifier with phono stage, DAC and Bluetooth, in matching walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-trustream-network-player\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK TruStream network player\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — streaming source in the same LEAK styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-stands\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker stands\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — 24 to 26 inches puts the tweeter at ear height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/subwoofers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSubwoofers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — for film, or for music below 44 Hz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the Sandwich 100 sold as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The price is for two speakers, with grilles and rubber feet in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan they go on a bookshelf or desk?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. At 13.4 inches tall and 10.6 deep they fit a normal shelf. Leave a few inches behind the rear port, and use the rubber feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much amplifier do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK recommends 25 to 100 watts. Sensitivity is 86 dB, so a 40 to 60 watt integrated amplifier is a comfortable match for a small or medium room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a sandwich cone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone built like an aircraft panel. Two thin aluminum skins are bonded to a light, stiff foam core. The result is far more rigid than a paper or plastic cone of the same weight, so it moves as one piece instead of flexing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is the 100 different from the Sandwich 150?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 150 has a 6.5-inch driver, a bigger cabinet and deeper bass, and it is finished in walnut on the front as well. The 100 has a 5.75-inch driver, a black baffle and a footprint suited to small rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need a subwoofer?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor music at normal levels, no. The 100 reaches 44 Hz. For film or for bass-heavy music at volume, a small subwoofer takes the strain off the 5.75-inch driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eHiFi Review HUB covers the Sandwich 100 launch:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/cfwZoiugJhY\" title=\"The New Leak Sandwich 100 Speaker - HiFi Review HUB\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man's news roundup with the Sandwich 100:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/v84Kb3rrGQs\" title=\"HiFi News: LEAK Sandwich 100 and more - The Audiophile Man\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, amplifier matching, or when to add a subwoofer? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"New","offer_id":45983184912557,"sku":"NEW-LESW100-WAL-PR","price":795.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESW100-WAL-PR_01_angle_2026__46135.1776436529.1280.1280_b57e4e00-b15f-415c-988f-add7f8974a25.jpg?v=1778167534"},{"product_id":"leak-stereo-130-integrated-amplifier-silver","title":"LEAK Stereo 130 Integrated Amplifier - Silver","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRetro Looks, Thoroughly Modern Circuitry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK built some of Britain's most beloved amplifiers back in the 1950s and 60s. The Stereo 130 revives that name. The period styling is genuine, and it wraps a fully current feature set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Stereo 130 is rated at 45 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Into 4 ohms it makes 65. Current-feedback circuitry runs throughout, including in the headphone amplifier. That makes for fast, controlled sound. Total harmonic distortion stays under 0.005% at 30 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEvery Source You Own, Already Covered\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn ESS Sabre32 Reference ES9018K2M DAC handles digital conversion. Optical and coaxial inputs take up to 24-bit\/192kHz each. USB goes up to 384kHz PCM, plus DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256. Bluetooth with aptX priority covers wireless streaming from a phone or laptop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA built-in moving-magnet phono stage with a JFET circuit welcomes a turntable straight into the system. No outboard preamp is required. Two RCA auxiliary inputs round out the analog side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTone Controls When You Want Them, Bypass When You Don't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA preamp output is there too. It can feed a separate power amp or a subwoofer down the road. Tone controls and a direct switch give you the choice. Shape the sound to your room, or route straight through for the purest possible signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Be Lived With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Stereo 130 ships in a choice of Walnut or Silver finishes. Each has genuine wood or brushed metal detailing. It nods to LEAK's mid-century originals without feeling like a costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Walnut version weighs just over 18 pounds. Silver comes in a touch smaller and lighter, at just over 15. A dedicated remote handles volume and source switching from the listening chair. It is also sold separately as a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEd Selley, in a January 5, 2021 review for AVForums, wrote that despite its vintage-inspired looks, \"you do not hear a piece of vintage equipment\" when the Stereo 130 is running. He praised its \"real panache\" and called the build quality \"immaculate,\" summing it up as \"a very likeable duo indeed\" that offers \"modern features and talented sonics wrapped in something that's a little different.\" AVForums awarded it Recommended with a score of 8 out of 10, noting that listeners chasing maximum output might want more than 45 watts, but that most rooms would find it plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Integrated Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want vintage character without vintage compromises\u003c\/strong\u003e — period-correct styling houses a genuinely current DAC, Bluetooth, and phono stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play vinyl on a moving-magnet cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in phono stage skips the need for an outboard preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou stream from your phone or a digital source\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bluetooth with aptX and USB\/optical\/coaxial digital inputs cover both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to shape the sound to your room\u003c\/strong\u003e — built-in tone controls, or bypass them entirely with the direct switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf your speakers need more than 45 watts to come alive,\u003c\/strong\u003e the Stereo 130's preamp output lets you add a dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003epower amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e down the line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect your speakers to the binding posts and your turntable to the built-in phono input. Two auxiliary RCA inputs cover analog sources, while optical, coaxial, and USB inputs handle digital ones, and Bluetooth pairs directly with a phone or laptop. A preamp output is there if you ever want to add a subwoofer or a separate power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom there, the remote and the front-panel controls (including tone shaping or a direct-through mode) put the rest in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the Stereo 130? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Put the built-in MM phono stage to work — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A responsive bookshelf pair suits its scale and character — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quality RCA interconnects and speaker cable complete the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tidy home for a compact, good-looking amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e45 watts per channel into 8 ohms, or 65 watts per channel into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a built-in moving-magnet phono stage with a JFET circuit for direct turntable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have Bluetooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, with aptX given priority for higher-quality wireless streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, driven by the same current-feedback circuitry as the main amplifier stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut and Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it come with a remote control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a dedicated remote handles volume and source switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the Stereo 130 as part of LEAK Audio's return to the market:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ugzgZBCnes4\" title=\"LEAK Audio is BACK! LEAK Stereo 130 REVIEW - Leak Audio Integrated Amp\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioTrends TV takes a quick look at the Stereo 130:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3rOlTovlv80\" title=\"Leak Audio Stereo 130 Amplifier | Quick Look\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, phono stages, or building your first two-channel system? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45983211159725,"sku":"NEW-LESTE130-SIL","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESTE130-SIL_01_angle_2025__91017.1756822747.1280.1280_48ebe9a7-046f-4057-9bbd-12e03c2b6698.jpg?v=1778099288"},{"product_id":"leak-cdt-cd-transport-walnut","title":"LEAK CDT CD Transport - Walnut","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA 1960s Face on a Modern Transport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CDT was built to sit beside the Stereo 130 amplifier, and it wears the same retro face. Behind that face is a slot loader, a shielded mechanism and a temperature-compensated clock. The looks are the only old thing about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc goes in through the slot rather than onto a tray. A read-ahead buffer pulls data early, so a scratched or dirty disc gets a second attempt at being read before you hear anything go wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism sits in its own enclosure, shielded against electromagnetic noise and fed by its own power supply. Keeping it apart from everything else is what stops noise turning into read errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Clock, the USB Port and the Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTiming comes from a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator. Crystals drift as they warm, and a TCXO corrects for it, so the coaxial and optical outputs hold their timing whether the unit is cold or has been on all evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA USB port on the front takes a stick or drive. It reads FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32, and plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA. Discs run at 44.1kHz; USB handles 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutput is 500mVpp, give or take 50, into 75 ohms. The case is 12.83 inches wide, 11.14 deep and 5.57 tall, and weighs 15.21 pounds. Walnut and silver finishes are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man describes the loading arrangement plainly: \"Looking at the front fascia of the CDT, the Leak is a slot-loading design.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the USB port, the same review sets out how it is used: \"Here, you can insert a USB stick, press the input button from CD play to USB play and run a series of digital files to access the connected DAC.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Stereo 130\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two were designed as a pair, so the CDT matches the amplifier on the shelf and hands its data straight to the converter already inside it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want files and discs from one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the front USB port plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA from a stick, using the same outputs your discs use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour discs are well played\u003c\/strong\u003e — read-ahead buffering gives a marked disc a second chance at being read, so a collection that has been enjoyed still plays through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about timing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the temperature-compensated oscillator holds the output steady as the unit warms up, which is where cheaper clocks quietly drift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want furniture, not a black box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the walnut finish and retro fascia were made to be looked at, which is rare in a component whose job is entirely digital. Pair it with a converter from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your DAC, or use optical if that socket is taken. Your converter then feeds the amplifier exactly as it did before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor files, put a stick in the front USB port and switch the input from CD to USB. If your amplifier has a digital input, such as the Stereo 130, connect straight to that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the LEAK CDT? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Stereo 130 was made for it — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The converter this transport feeds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the retro system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a converter inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. Coaxial and optical outputs feed your DAC or an amplifier with a digital input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, MP3, AAC and WMA files from FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 drives, at 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a TCXO for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA temperature-compensated crystal oscillator corrects for the drift that heat causes, holding the digital output steady as the unit warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a slot or a tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot. You offer the disc to the front panel and the mechanism takes it in, with no tray to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut and silver. The walnut wraps the case in a wooden enclosure, which is the finish most people picture when they think of LEAK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e12.83 by 11.14 by 5.57 inches and 15.21 pounds. Three years on parts and labor, when bought from an authorized dealer with valid proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man goes through the CDT and compares it with the Audiolab 6000CDT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fcLqO1EzfwA\" title=\"LEAK CDT, CD TRANSPORT REVIEW. FULL REVIEW, CLOSE UP AND SOUND COMPARISON WITH THE AUDIOLAB 6000CDT!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAB's Sound Advice takes a first look at the unit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jd4l_6SS3MM\" title=\"Leak CDT Product Preview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, clocking and jitter, or playing files from USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Walnut \/ New","offer_id":45983266177197,"sku":"NEW-LECDT-WAL","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LECDT_WAL_01-Large__39189.1728367834.1280.1280_db1f58d5-f51b-4334-9559-3d0b2dba69de.jpg?v=1778113398"},{"product_id":"leak-cdt-cd-transport","title":"LEAK CDT CD Transport","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eA 1960s Face on a Modern Transport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe CDT was built to sit beside the Stereo 130 amplifier, and it wears the same retro face. Behind that face is a slot loader, a shielded mechanism and a temperature-compensated clock. The looks are the only old thing about it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe disc goes in through the slot rather than onto a tray. A read-ahead buffer pulls data early, so a scratched or dirty disc gets a second attempt at being read before you hear anything go wrong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe mechanism sits in its own enclosure, shielded against electromagnetic noise and fed by its own power supply. Keeping it apart from everything else is what stops noise turning into read errors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Clock, the USB Port and the Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTiming comes from a temperature-compensated crystal oscillator. Crystals drift as they warm, and a TCXO corrects for it, so the coaxial and optical outputs hold their timing whether the unit is cold or has been on all evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA USB port on the front takes a stick or drive. It reads FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32, and plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA. Discs run at 44.1kHz; USB handles 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOutput is 500mVpp, give or take 50, into 75 ohms. The case is 12.83 inches wide, 11.14 deep and 5.57 tall, and weighs 15.21 pounds. Walnut and silver finishes are offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man describes the loading arrangement plainly: \"Looking at the front fascia of the CDT, the Leak is a slot-loading design.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eOn the USB port, the same review sets out how it is used: \"Here, you can insert a USB stick, press the input button from CD play to USB play and run a series of digital files to access the connected DAC.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Transport Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou own a Stereo 130\u003c\/strong\u003e — the two were designed as a pair, so the CDT matches the amplifier on the shelf and hands its data straight to the converter already inside it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want files and discs from one box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the front USB port plays WAV, MP3, AAC and WMA from a stick, using the same outputs your discs use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour discs are well played\u003c\/strong\u003e — read-ahead buffering gives a marked disc a second chance at being read, so a collection that has been enjoyed still plays through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou care about timing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the temperature-compensated oscillator holds the output steady as the unit warms up, which is where cheaper clocks quietly drift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want furniture, not a black box\u003c\/strong\u003e — the walnut finish and retro fascia were made to be looked at, which is rare in a component whose job is entirely digital. Pair it with a converter from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003edigital-to-analog converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eRun the coaxial output to a digital input on your DAC, or use optical if that socket is taken. Your converter then feeds the amplifier exactly as it did before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFor files, put a stick in the front USB port and switch the input from CD to USB. If your amplifier has a digital input, such as the Stereo 130, connect straight to that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the LEAK CDT? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Amplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Stereo 130 was made for it — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/integrated-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eIntegrated Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e The converter this transport feeds — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/digital-to-analog-converters\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eDigital to Analog Converters\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Cables:\u003c\/strong\u003e A proper 75-ohm coaxial run — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBookshelf Speakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Finish the retro system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a converter inside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eIt is a transport, so the conversion happens downstream. Coaxial and optical outputs feed your DAC or an amplifier with a digital input.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat can the USB port play?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWAV, MP3, AAC and WMA files from FAT12, FAT16 and FAT32 drives, at 44.1 and 48kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a TCXO for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA temperature-compensated crystal oscillator corrects for the drift that heat causes, holding the digital output steady as the unit warms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eIs it a slot or a tray?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA slot. You offer the disc to the front panel and the mechanism takes it in, with no tray to open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut and silver. The walnut wraps the case in a wooden enclosure, which is the finish most people picture when they think of LEAK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow big is it, and what is the warranty?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e12.83 by 11.14 by 5.57 inches and 15.21 pounds. Three years on parts and labor, when bought from an authorized dealer with valid proof of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Audiophile Man goes through the CDT and compares it with the Audiolab 6000CDT:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/fcLqO1EzfwA\" title=\"LEAK CDT, CD TRANSPORT REVIEW. FULL REVIEW, CLOSE UP AND SOUND COMPARISON WITH THE AUDIOLAB 6000CDT!\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAB's Sound Advice takes a first look at the unit:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/jd4l_6SS3MM\" title=\"Leak CDT Product Preview\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about CD transports, clocking and jitter, or playing files from USB? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Silver \/ New","offer_id":45981471506605,"sku":"NEW-LECDT-SIL","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut \/ New","offer_id":45983266177197,"sku":"NEW-LECDT-WAL","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LECDT_SIL_02-Large__33008.1728367621.1280.1280.jpg?v=1778094612"},{"product_id":"leak-sandwich-250-loudspeakers-walnut","title":"LEAK Sandwich 250 Loudspeakers","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe 1961 Sandwich Cone, Rebuilt at Full Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Sandwich 250 is the largest speaker in LEAK's revived Sandwich range. It is a three-way standmount with an 11-inch bass driver, a 4.25-inch midrange and a 1.2-inch coated textile dome tweeter. The cabinet is nearly 26 inches tall, and the speakers are sold as a mirror-imaged pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK introduced the original Sandwich in 1961. Its cone bonded two aluminum skins to a foam core and was far stiffer than the paper cones of the day. The new cone keeps that idea with a core of PMI structural foam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy a Stiff Cone Matters\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone that flexes adds distortion. LEAK says the Sandwich cone moves as one piece across its range, free from mechanical break-up. Both the bass and midrange drivers use it. The tweeter has a damped rear chamber that pulls its resonance below the 3.1 kHz crossover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eThe Numbers, and What They Ask of You\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK quotes 42 Hz to 26 kHz within 3 dB, with bass extension to 32 Hz at minus 6 dB. Sensitivity is 88.5 dB and impedance is 6 ohms nominal with a 4 ohm minimum. LEAK recommends 25 to 250 watts, and peak output is rated at 112 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Much Room It Takes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEach cabinet is 14.6 inches wide, 25.8 tall and 13 deep with terminals, and weighs 60 pounds, which is floorstander weight in a standmount. The finish is real walnut veneer with aluminum trim, and a cloth grille and rubber feet are included. Binding posts come with links fitted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAbout the Stand\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK's matching stand is about 15 inches tall, with a top plate sized to the cabinet and a veneered plinth. The manual says the 250 should not be used on the floor or without a stand. We offer the speakers alone or with the LEAK stands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWhat Hi-Fi?\u003c\/em\u003e introduced the Sandwich 150 and 250 on February 5, 2024, as a classic 1961 design \"injected with plenty of modern technology to make what looks like a very tasty treat.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson made the Sandwich 250 a Best Speaker 2024 nominee on his YouTube channel in June 2024. Five days later, in a follow-up episode, he named it his best vintage-inspired speaker of the year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eTechRadar's Becky Scarrott headlined her February 2024 preview: \"I've waited 63 years for a Sandwich – but Leak speakers are always worth the wait.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Bookshelf Speaker Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want floorstander scale without a floorstander\u003c\/strong\u003e — an 11-inch woofer in a 45.5-liter cabinet reaches 32 Hz and moves real air in a large room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou love the 1960s look and want it done properly\u003c\/strong\u003e — walnut veneer, aluminum trim and the countersunk rear screws of the original, built by the company that made it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou have, or want, a LEAK system\u003c\/strong\u003e — the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 230\u003c\/a\u003e sits in the recommended power range and shares the walnut and aluminum styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour amplifier is comfortable with 4 ohms\u003c\/strong\u003e — 88.5 dB sensitivity is easy, but the 4 ohm minimum means a receiver rated only for 8 ohms is not the right partner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYour room is small\u003c\/strong\u003e — this is a big speaker on a big stand; the two-way \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-sandwich-150-loudspeakers-walnut-pair\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSandwich 150\u003c\/a\u003e gives the same cone and tweeter in half the size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Do They Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eSpeaker cable runs from your amplifier to the binding posts on each cabinet, red to red and black to black. Leave the terminal links in place for a normal single run. These are passive speakers, so there is nothing else to power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003ePut them on the stands, away from the wall behind the rear port. LEAK's manual warns that placing them too close to a wall makes the bass boomy and suggests toe-in of up to 30 percent. Leave the grilles on, since LEAK says they aid dispersion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWhat finishes the setup. These are the categories most Sandwich 250 owners shop next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-stereo-230-integrated-amplifier-walnut\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK Stereo 230\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — LEAK's more powerful integrated amplifier, in matching walnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-trustream-network-player\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK TruStream network player\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — streaming source in the same LEAK styling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/products\/leak-cdt-cd-transport\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLEAK CDT CD transport\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — the matching CD transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/speaker-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eSpeaker cables\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a heavier gauge for the 4 ohm minimum and long runs to wide-spaced speakers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eAre the Sandwich 250 sold as a pair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. The price is for two speakers, mirror-imaged left and right, with grilles and rubber feet. Choose the version with LEAK stands if you do not already have stands rated for 60 pounds each.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDo I need the LEAK stands?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYou need a stand of some kind. LEAK says not to use the 250 on the floor or without a stand. Most standard stands are too small for a cabinet this wide and heavy, so the matching stand is the safe choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much amplifier do they need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK recommends 25 to 250 watts. Sensitivity is high at 88.5 dB, so modest power plays loud. The impedance dips to 4 ohms, so choose an amplifier rated for 4 ohm loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat is a sandwich cone?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA cone built like an aircraft panel. Two thin aluminum skins are bonded to a light, stiff foam core. The result is far more rigid than a paper or plastic cone of the same weight, so it moves as one piece instead of flexing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eShould I use the grilles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes. LEAK designed the grilles as part of the speaker and says the driver dispersion is better with them on. Removing them changes the balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow is the 250 different from the Sandwich 150?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe 250 is a three-way with an 11-inch woofer and a separate midrange. The 150 is a two-way with a 6.5-inch mid-bass driver. The 250 goes deeper, plays louder and needs a larger room and stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the Sandwich 250:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OirHxi5VFeM\" title=\"BEST SPEAKER 2024 Nominee! LEAK Sandwich 250 Speaker Review - Andrew Robinson\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson's best vintage-inspired speaker of 2024:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/RFrje6t6ukQ\" title=\"The BEST VINTAGE (inspired) SPEAKER Is...? Leak Sandwich 250 Episode - Andrew Robinson\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about speaker placement, amplifier matching, or when to add a subwoofer? Visit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/learningcenter.audioadvisor.com\/\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eLearning Center\u003c\/a\u003e for guides, tips, and expert advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"LEAK","offers":[{"title":"Walnut \/ New","offer_id":45981740466349,"sku":"NEW-LESW250-WAL-PR","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Walnut with Stands \/ New","offer_id":45981858529453,"sku":"NEW-LESW250-WALSTA-PR","price":3695.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/3708\/1773\/files\/LESW250-WAL-PR_01_angle_2024__26025.1730733720.1280.1280_abe0e602-d7d1-4a7a-9ec9-7d5b1b0d8b3b.jpg?v=1778158603"},{"product_id":"leak-stereo-130-integrated-amplifier","title":"LEAK Stereo 130 Integrated Amplifier","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:720px;margin:0 auto;padding:32px 24px 48px 24px;background:#ffffff;\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:0 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eRetro Looks, Thoroughly Modern Circuitry\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eLEAK built some of Britain's most beloved amplifiers back in the 1950s and 60s. The Stereo 130 revives that name. The period styling is genuine, and it wraps a fully current feature set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Stereo 130 is rated at 45 watts per channel into 8 ohms. Into 4 ohms it makes 65. Current-feedback circuitry runs throughout, including in the headphone amplifier. That makes for fast, controlled sound. Total harmonic distortion stays under 0.005% at 30 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEvery Source You Own, Already Covered\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAn ESS Sabre32 Reference ES9018K2M DAC handles digital conversion. Optical and coaxial inputs take up to 24-bit\/192kHz each. USB goes up to 384kHz PCM, plus DSD64, DSD128 and DSD256. Bluetooth with aptX priority covers wireless streaming from a phone or laptop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA built-in moving-magnet phono stage with a JFET circuit welcomes a turntable straight into the system. No outboard preamp is required. Two RCA auxiliary inputs round out the analog side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eTone Controls When You Want Them, Bypass When You Don't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eA preamp output is there too. It can feed a separate power amp or a subwoofer down the road. Tone controls and a direct switch give you the choice. Shape the sound to your room, or route straight through for the purest possible signal path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eBuilt to Be Lived With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Stereo 130 ships in a choice of Walnut or Silver finishes. Each has genuine wood or brushed metal detailing. It nods to LEAK's mid-century originals without feeling like a costume.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eThe Walnut version weighs just over 18 pounds. Silver comes in a touch smaller and lighter, at just over 15. A dedicated remote handles volume and source switching from the listening chair. It is also sold separately as a replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat Reviewers Are Saying\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eEd Selley, in a January 5, 2021 review for AVForums, wrote that despite its vintage-inspired looks, \"you do not hear a piece of vintage equipment\" when the Stereo 130 is running. He praised its \"real panache\" and called the build quality \"immaculate,\" summing it up as \"a very likeable duo indeed\" that offers \"modern features and talented sonics wrapped in something that's a little different.\" AVForums awarded it Recommended with a score of 8 out of 10, noting that listeners chasing maximum output might want more than 45 watts, but that most rooms would find it plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWho Is This Integrated Amplifier Best For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want vintage character without vintage compromises\u003c\/strong\u003e — period-correct styling houses a genuinely current DAC, Bluetooth, and phono stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou play vinyl on a moving-magnet cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e — the built-in phono stage skips the need for an outboard preamp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou stream from your phone or a digital source\u003c\/strong\u003e — Bluetooth with aptX and USB\/optical\/coaxial digital inputs cover both.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYou want to shape the sound to your room\u003c\/strong\u003e — built-in tone controls, or bypass them entirely with the direct switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIf your speakers need more than 45 watts to come alive,\u003c\/strong\u003e the Stereo 130's preamp output lets you add a dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/stereo-amplifiers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003epower amplifier\u003c\/a\u003e down the line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow Does It Connect to Your System?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eConnect your speakers to the binding posts and your turntable to the built-in phono input. Two auxiliary RCA inputs cover analog sources, while optical, coaxial, and USB inputs handle digital ones, and Bluetooth pairs directly with a phone or laptop. A preamp output is there if you ever want to add a subwoofer or a separate power amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eFrom there, the remote and the front-panel controls (including tone shaping or a direct-through mode) put the rest in your hands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eBuilding around the Stereo 130? Here are some great companions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTurntable:\u003c\/strong\u003e Put the built-in MM phono stage to work — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/turntables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eTurntables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpeakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e A responsive bookshelf pair suits its scale and character — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/bookshelf-speakers\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eBookshelf Speakers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCables:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quality RCA interconnects and speaker cable complete the system — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/interconnect-cables\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eInterconnect Cables\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAudio Rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e A tidy home for a compact, good-looking amplifier — see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.audioadvisor.com\/collections\/audio-racks\" style=\"color:#8a5a2b;\"\u003eAudio Racks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow much power does it deliver?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003e45 watts per channel into 8 ohms, or 65 watts per channel into 4 ohms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a phono stage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a built-in moving-magnet phono stage with a JFET circuit for direct turntable connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have Bluetooth?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, with aptX given priority for higher-quality wireless streaming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it have a headphone output?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, driven by the same current-feedback circuitry as the main amplifier stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat finishes are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWalnut and Silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.05em;margin:0.9em 0 0.25em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eDoes it come with a remote control?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eYes, a dedicated remote handles volume and source switching.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSee It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAndrew Robinson reviews the Stereo 130 as part of LEAK Audio's return to the market:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ugzgZBCnes4\" title=\"LEAK Audio is BACK! LEAK Stereo 130 REVIEW - Leak Audio Integrated Amp\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.5em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eAudioTrends TV takes a quick look at the Stereo 130:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ciframe width=\"100%\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3rOlTovlv80\" title=\"Leak Audio Stereo 130 Amplifier | Quick Look\" style=\"border:0;margin:0 0 0.9em 0;display:block;\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhy Audio Advisor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;padding-left:1.4em;line-height:1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40+ Years of Expertise — Since 1981, we've helped over a million music lovers find the right gear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e60-Day Money-Back Guarantee — Take your time. Listen, enjoy, and make sure it's right for you.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReal Experts, Real Help — Our team is here to answer your questions at 800-942-0220, weekdays 9am–6pm EST.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping — On orders over $49, delivered to your door.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible Payment Options — Financing available so you can start listening now.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-size:1.25em;margin:1.4em 0 0.35em 0;font-weight:600;\"\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 0.9em 0;line-height:1.55;\"\u003eWant to learn more about integrated amplifiers, phono stages, or building your first two-channel system? 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