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Audiolab 7000A vs LEAK Stereo 230
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Audiolab 7000A

Integrated Amplifier | 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Audiolab 7000A
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LEAK Stereo 230

Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Audiolab 7000A vs LEAK Stereo 230 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing 7000A and Stereo 230, two Integrated Amplifiers from Audiolab and LEAK. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Audiolab 7000A and LEAK Stereo 230 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Audiolab 7000A Key Specs

  • 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v5.0
  • Weight: 18.50 lbs / 8.40 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-1/16inch x 17.5inch x 13.4inch

LEAK Stereo 230 Key Specs

  • 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • HDMI Input (ARC)
  • Bluetooth v4.0
  • Weight: 28.00 lbs / 12.73 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-3/4inch x 12-15/16inch x 17-3/8inch

What size room are the Audiolab 7000A and LEAK Stereo 230 Amplifiers good for?

The size of the room in which you are planning to use these amplifiers is an important decision factor. Here we have compared their suitability to various sizes of environments considering their max power parameters:

Listening Environment Audiolab 7000A LEAK Stereo 230
Near-field Poor Poor
Small Room Average Average
Mid-size Room Good Good
Large Room Average Average
Very Large Room Poor Poor

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Audiolab 7000A and LEAK Stereo 230 compares and end up with enough arguments to decide which one of these amplifiers is the better choice for you.


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Reasons to choose Audiolab 7000A over LEAK Stereo 230
MSRP Price(*) 999USD vs 1,695USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Full-color Display Yes vs No Displays Album and device Info
Signal to Noise Ratio 110 dB vs 109 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Bluetooth Version v5.0 vs v4.0 Higher transfer rate and range
Wi-Fi Yes vs No High quality streaming over WiFi
Total Analog Inputs 3 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources
Optical Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Height 78mm vs 147mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose LEAK Stereo 230 over Audiolab 7000A
Watts into 8-ohms 75 watts vs 70 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 115 watts vs 110 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Max Sample Rate 768kHz vs 192kHz Play higher resolution media
Base Surface Area 1454.2cm2/ 225.4inch2 vs 1510.0cm2/ 234.1inch2 takes less space in your room

Inputs and Outputs

The input and output selections that are offered is an important factor when comparing two amplifiers. Here you can find how the I/O selections of the Audiolab 7000A and LEAK Stereo 230 differs from each other.

Audiolab 7000A Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A(Service Only)
    • USB-B
LEAK Stereo 230 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 2
  • Phono Input
  • 1 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-B (Connects to your Windows or Mac PC)
    • USB-A (Update only)
  • HDMI ARC
Audiolab 7000A Back View
Audiolab 7000A Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • Pre-out/Main-in Loop
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
LEAK Stereo 230 Back View
LEAK Stereo 230 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

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