The Stereo 130 is an integrated amplifier with built-in DAC by LEAK that delivers 45 watts x 2 channels into 8 ohms and 65 watts x 2 channels into 4 ohms. It was released in 2020. It is a 2-channel design using a Class A/B output stage. A minimum impedance of 4 ohms makes it compatible with a wide range of loudspeakers. It has a built-in DAC (ES9018K2M Sabre32 Reference), so you can play digital sources directly with no separate DAC unit needed. It also has a phono input, so a turntable can connect straight to it. The LEAK Stereo 130 has an MSRP of $995.
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Performance Specs
One of the most important factors when deciding on an integrated amplifier is its power ratings and compatibility with your speaker's impedance requirements. The LEAK Stereo 130 is rated at 45 watts RMS into 8-ohms. LEAK provides this wattage at a THD (Total Harmonic Distortion) of 0.005% which is an important indicator of distortion at the given values (lower THD is better).
Here are the main highlights of its performance specs:
- 45 watts into 8-ohms (20 Hz-20 kHz) at 0.005%
- 65 watts into 4-ohms
- 4-ohms Min Impedance (allows compatibility with a wide range of loudspeakers)
- 108dB Signal to Noise Ratio
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Which speakers suit the LEAK Stereo 130?
45 W into 8 ohms, 65 W into 4, rated down to 4 ohms.
We rank every passive speaker we cover against it on power, impedance safety and current
delivery.
Need more power?
LEAK Stereo 130 is rated at 45 watts into 8 ohms, which puts it in our Up to 60 watts band. The next band up is 61 to 90 watts, which is worth about 3.9dB more output. That is a real difference in headroom on peaks, and a modest one in how loud the system plays - power and loudness are not the same thing.
Before buying watts, check what your speakers actually need: the amp and speaker matcher works it out from their sensitivity, impedance and your room.
When pairing the LEAK Stereo 130 with a passive Bookshelf (Stand mount) or Passive Floor Standing (Tower) speaker, you have to check if their Max Power Range is below the max wattage of the amp for the given impedance levels.
Operating your amp outside of this max range may damage the speakers.
What size of room is the LEAK Stereo 130 Amplifier good for?
An essential deciding factor is the size of the room in which you intend to employ the LEAK Stereo 130 amplifier. Here, taking into account its maximum power parameters, we analyzed its applicability to various size environments:
| Listening Environment |
Suitability |
| Near-field | Average |
| Small Room | Good |
| Mid-size Room | Average |
| Large Room | Poor |
| Very Large Room | Bad |
Inputs and Outputs
Besides the performance specs of the LEAK Stereo 130, the next important feature set that you have to evaluate is the input and output selections that it offers.
LEAK Stereo 130 has total of 2 Analog inputs including 1 Phono Input (MM).
LEAK Stereo 130 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)
Inputs
- Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
- Phono Input
- 2 Optical Digital Input
- 1 Coaxial Digital Input
- USB Input:
- USB-B (Connects to your Windows or Mac PC)
- USB-A (Update only)
Outputs
- Speaker Outputs
- Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
- 1/4 Headphone Output
Bluetooth Connectivity
LEAK Stereo 130 features built-in Bluetooth 4.2 for wireless music streaming from your Bluetooth-enabled devices such as Apple iPod/iPhone/iPad, Android smartphone/tablet, Windows PC, Mac computers/laptops.
Among the amps in the same price range, these are the 5 amps that have Bluetooth Connectivity:
LEAK Stereo 130 supports the following Bluetooth Codecs when used with supported devices:
Phono Input
LEAK Stereo 130 features one Phono Input which is compatible with
MM (Moving Magnet) type of phono cartridges, you can connect your turntable with MM cartridges directly to this amp without the need for a phono preamp. If you are using an MC cartridge on your turntable, you need to use a phono preamp that has MC phono stage such as the
Cambridge Duo or the
iFi ZEN Phono.
Subwoofer Output
LEAK Stereo 130 has Stereo RCA preamp outputs which can be used to connect to a powered subwoofer via an RCA cable ( as long as your sub supports this connection).
Check our
Powered Subwoofers page to find a subwoofer that will work with LEAK Stereo 130 amp and your speakers.
DAC and Digital Music
The LEAK Stereo 130's built-in DAC allows the connection of digital sources directly, eliminating the need for an external DAC. The DAC chip that is used in the Stereo 130 is the
ES9018K2M Sabre32 Reference, and supports resolutions up to
32-bit, 384KHZ.
LEAK Stereo 130 Handheld Remote
LEAK Stereo 130 External Dimensions and Weight
LEAK Stereo 130 has external dimensions of (H x W x D) 5-3/4inch x 12-15/16inch x 13-5/16inch (147.0mm x 329.0mm x 339.0mm ). The unit weighs
8.32 kg (18.3 lbs).
Base Surface Area
Base surface area of an integrated amplifier may become an important decision factor when the space in your room or desk is limited.
The base area of the LEAK Stereo 130 is approximately 1115.3cm2 / 172.9inch2.
- Width: 329.0mm (12-15/16")
- Height: 147.0mm (5-3/4")
- Depth: 339.0mm (13-5/16")
- Weight: 8.32 kg (18.3 lbs)
- Base Surface Area: ~1115.3cm2 / 172.9inch2
- Volume: ~16.4 liter / 4.3 gallon
Available colors
LEAK Stereo 130 is available in Walnut / Silver color options.
What's in the Box of LEAK Stereo 130?
Here are the items that are included inside the box of Stereo 130:
- Stereo integrated amplifier
- 6 AC power cord
- Remote control
- User Manual
- USB and DSD Setup Guide
User's Manual
For more information about how to setup, use and maintain the LEAK Stereo 130, use the direct link below to download the official manual document:
Download User Manual for LEAK Stereo 130
Official Brochure
Here is a link to download the official brochure for the LEAK Stereo 130 Integrated Amplifier:
Official Brochure for LEAK Stereo 130
Official Product Page
Official manufacturer's product page for the LEAK Stereo 130 Integrated Amplifier can be found below:
Official Product Page for LEAK Stereo 130
Warranty
3 Years of parts warranty and 3 Years of labor warranty is generally provided for the LEAK Stereo 130 by the manufacturer.
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| General |
| Brand |
LEAK |
| Full Model Name |
LEAK Stereo 130 |
| Release Date |
2020 |
| Amplifier Type |
Integrated Amplifier |
| Number of Channels |
2 |
| Amp Class |
Class A/B |
| Amplifier Technology |
Solid State |
| Performance |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 8-ohms |
45 watts |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 6-ohms |
N/A |
| Watts RMS per Channel into 4-ohms |
65 watts |
| Frequency Bandwidth |
20 Hz-20 kHz |
| THD |
0.005% |
| Minimum Impedance |
4 |
| Signal to Noise Ratio |
108 dB |
| Digital Music |
| Built-in DAC |
Yes |
| DAC Specs |
ES9018K2M Sabre32 Reference |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
| WiFi |
|
| Ecosystem |
| Apple AirPlay |
No |
| Apple AirPlay2 |
No |
| DTS Play-Fi |
No |
| Chromecast built-in |
No |
| Roon |
No |
| HEOS |
No |
| BluOS |
No |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Total Analog Inputs |
2 |
| Phono Input |
Yes |
| Optical Digital Inputs |
2 |
| Coaxial Digital Inputs |
1 |
| USB Input |
Yes |
| USB Type |
USB-B (Connects to your Windows or Mac PC),USB-A (Update only) |
| Preamp Outputs |
Stereo RCA |
| Pre-out / Main-in Loop |
No |
| Headphone Output |
1/4 |
| Removable Power Cord |
IEC 3-prong |
| PHYSICAL SPECS |
| Height |
147.0mm (5-3/4") |
| Width |
329.0mm (12-15/16") |
| Depth |
339.0mm (13-5/16") |
| Weight |
8.32 kg (18.3 lbs) |
| Available Colors |
Walnut / Silver |
| OTHER |
| Parts Warranty |
3 Years |
| Labor Warranty |
3 Years |