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LEAK Stereo 230 vs Denon PMA-1700NE
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LEAK Stereo 230

Integrated Amplifier | 75 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Integrated Amplifier | 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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LEAK Stereo 230 vs Denon PMA-1700NE Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing Stereo 230 and PMA-1700NE, two Integrated Amplifiers from LEAK and Denon. Let's have a brief look at the main features of LEAK Stereo 230 and Denon PMA-1700NE first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

LEAK Stereo 230 Key Specs

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

Denon PMA-1700NE Key Specs

  • 70 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Weight: 38.80 lbs / 17.64 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):5-5/16inch x 17-1/8inch x 17-5/8inch

What size room are the LEAK Stereo 230 and Denon PMA-1700NE 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 230 Denon PMA-1700NE
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 LEAK Stereo 230 and Denon PMA-1700NE 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 230 over Denon PMA-1700NE
MSRP Price(*) 1,695USD vs 2,099USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Watts into 8-ohms 75 watts vs 70 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.003% vs 0.07% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 109 dB vs 107 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Bluetooth Yes vs No Stream music via Bluetooth devices
Preamp Outputs Stereo RCA vs No Connect a powered subwoofer or second amplifier.
Max Sample Rate 768kHz vs 384kHz Play higher resolution media
Base Surface Area 1454.2cm2/ 225.4inch2 vs 1948.8cm2/ 302.1inch2 takes less space in your room

Reasons to choose Denon PMA-1700NE over LEAK Stereo 230
Watts into 4-ohms 140 watts vs 115 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Analog Inputs 3 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources
Optical Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Height 135mm 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 230 and Denon PMA-1700NE differs from each other.

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
Denon PMA-1700NE Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 3
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 1 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
LEAK Stereo 230 Back View
LEAK Stereo 230 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
Denon PMA-1700NE Back View
Denon PMA-1700NE Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Denon PMA-1700NE?

Here are the items that come with the PMA-1700NE:
  • Integrated amplifier
  • 68-inch AC power cord
  • Remote control (RC-1249)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Safety Instructions
  • Warranty Information
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