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Rotel A14 MKII vs LEAK Stereo 130
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Rotel A14 MKII

Integrated Amplifier | 80 watts RMS into 8-ohms

Rotel A14 MKII
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LEAK Stereo 130

Integrated Amplifier | 45 watts RMS into 8-ohms

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Rotel A14 MKII vs LEAK Stereo 130 Integrated Amplifier Comparison

In this review, we will be comparing A14 MKII and Stereo 130, two Integrated Amplifiers from Rotel and LEAK. Let's have a brief look at the main features of Rotel A14 MKII and LEAK Stereo 130 first before getting into our more detailed comparison.

Rotel A14 MKII Key Specs

  • 80 watts RMS into 8-ohms
  • Built-in DAC
  • Phono Input
  • USB Input
  • Bluetooth
  • Weight: 19.70 lbs / 8.95 kg
  • Dimensions (H x W x D):3-11/16inch x 17inch x 14-15/16inch

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

What size room are the Rotel A14 MKII and LEAK Stereo 130 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 Rotel A14 MKII LEAK Stereo 130
Near-field Poor Average
Small Room Average Good
Mid-size Room Good Average
Large Room Average Poor
Very Large Room Poor Bad

In the following sections, we will get into more detail in order to understand how Rotel A14 MKII and LEAK Stereo 130 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 Rotel A14 MKII over LEAK Stereo 130
Watts into 8-ohms 80 watts vs 45 watts Delivers higher power into 8-ohms speakers
Watts into 4-ohms 150 watts vs 65 watts Delivers higher power into 4-ohms speakers
Total Analog Inputs 4 vs 2 More options for connecting Analog sources
Coaxial Digital Inputs 2 vs 1 More options for connecting Digital sources
Roon Tested vs No Roon Compatibility
Height 94mm vs 147mm Easier to fit in smaller spaces

Reasons to choose LEAK Stereo 130 over Rotel A14 MKII
MSRP Price(*) 995USD vs 1,600USD costs less (*prices may change depending on the seller, location and time)
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.005% vs 0.018% Less Harmonic Distortion
Signal to Noise Ratio 108 dB vs 100 dB Higher ratings results in cleaner sound
Base Surface Area 1115.3cm2/ 172.9inch2 vs 1641.6cm2/ 254.4inch2 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 Rotel A14 MKII and LEAK Stereo 130 differs from each other.

Rotel A14 MKII Inputs
  • Total Number of Analog Inputs: 4
  • Phono Input
  • 2 Optical Digital Input
  • 2 Coaxial Digital Input
  • USB Input:
    • USB-A front(Connects to iOS devices)
    • USB-A rear (Charging only)
    • USB-B (allows connection to your Windows PC or Mac computer)
  • Ethernet Port
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)
Rotel A14 MKII Back View
Rotel A14 MKII Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 3.5mm Headphone Output
Outputs
  • Stereo RCA Preamp Outputs
  • 1/4 Headphone Output
LEAK Stereo 130 Back View
LEAK Stereo 130 Back View (Click the image for the larger version)

What's in the Box of Rotel A14 MKII?

Here are the items that are included inside the box of A14 MKII:
  • Stereo integrated amplifier
  • 58-inch AC power cord
  • Remote control (RR-AX1400)
  • 2 AAA batteries
  • 5-feet USB-B to USB-A cable
  • 57-inch Ethernet cable
  • Quick Installation Guide
  • Warranty/Registration Card
  • Important Safety Instructions
  • Addendum For Roon Test
  • What's in the Box of LEAK Stereo 130?

    Here are the items that come with the Stereo 130:
  • Stereo integrated amplifier
  • 6 AC power cord
  • Remote control
  • User Manual
  • USB and DSD Setup Guide
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