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LEAK Stereo 130 vs AudioControl Bijou 600
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LEAK Stereo 130

Integrated Amplifier | 45 watts RMS into 8-ohms

LEAK Stereo 130
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AudioControl Bijou 600

Integrated Amplifier | 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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LEAK Stereo 130 vs AudioControl Bijou 600 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Stereo 130 and Bijou 600, two Integrated Amplifiers from LEAK and AudioControl. Let's have a brief look at the main features of LEAK Stereo 130 and AudioControl Bijou 600 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

LEAK Stereo 130 Key Specs

  • 45 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth v4.2
  • Weight: 18.30 lbs / 8.32 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-3/4inch x 12-15/16inch x 13-5/16inch

AudioControl Bijou 600 Key Specs

  • 100 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Weight: 6.00 lbs / 2.73 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):1-3/4inch x 8-9/16inch x 9-5/8inch

What size room are the LEAK Stereo 130 and AudioControl Bijou 600 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 LEAK Stereo 130 AudioControl Bijou 600
Near-field Average Poor
Small Room Good Poor
Mid-size Room Average Good
Large Room Poor Good
Very Large Room Bad Average

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how LEAK Stereo 130 and AudioControl Bijou 600 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 LEAK Stereo 130 over AudioControl Bijou 600
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.005% vs 0.09% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 108 dB vs 95 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Total Analog Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Analog sources
PhonoInput Yes vs No Connect a turntable directly to your amp
USB Input Yes vs No Connect Sources via USB
Max Bit Depth 32-bit vs 24-bit Play higher resolution range media
Max Sample Rate 384kHz vs 192kHz Play higher resolution media

Reasons to choose AudioControl Bijou 600 over LEAK Stereo 130
MSRP Price(*) 899USD vs 995USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms 100 watts vs 45 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 200 watts vs 65 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Base Surface Area 534.1cm2/ 82.8inch2 vs 1115.3cm2/ 172.9inch2 takes less space in your room
Height 45mm vs 147mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

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 LEAK Stereo 130 and AudioControl Bijou 600 differs from each other.

LEAK Stereo 130 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)
AudioControl Bijou 600 Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 1
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
LEAK Stereo 130 Back View
LEAK Stereo 130 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Sub, Bridged Mono Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
  • Subwoofer Output
AudioControl Bijou 600 Back View
AudioControl Bijou 600 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

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
  • What's in the Box of AudioControl Bijou 600?

    Here are the items that come with the Bijou 600:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 68-inch AC power cord
  • Remote control (RTR-1)
  • CR2032 battery
  • 4-Pin euroblock connector (pre-installed)
  • 3-Pin euroblock connector (pre-installed0
  • 19-inch Optical digital cable
  • RCA-to-minijack adapter
  • 4 Rubber feet
  • Installation Manual
  • Addendum Note
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