Features

Stereo Integrated Amplifier: The Leak Stereo 230 is a high performance, high-fidelity 2-channel integrated amplifier designed to be the perfect match to a wide variety of both analog, digital, and wireless audio sources. It is rated at 75 watts (RMS) x 2 channels into 8-ohms, or 115 watts (RMS) x 2 channels into 4-ohms.

High-Performance DAC: Enjoy ultra-low noise and high dynamic range from your digital audio files with the included acclaimed ES9038Q2M Reference chip and ESS Technology's 32-bit HyperStream architecture with Time Domain Jitter Eliminator. The sampling rate goes up to a breathtaking 768kHz (PCM) and DSD512 (22.4MHz)

Dedicated Headphone Amplifier Circuit: The LEAK STEREO 230 uses a dedicated amplifier circuit with current-feedback technology for the headphones output. Equal in performance to some standalone headphone amplifiers, the design offers high-speed output signal transition thanks to a high slew rate. The result is a dynamic, detailed and engaging performance with all manner of headphone types. The unit is equipped with a front-panel 1/4" headphone jack for connection of your headphones. The headphone output can be adjusted up to 4.5V for connection of a variety of headphones. Connecting headphones will mute the audio signal to your connected loudspeakers.

Audio Controls: The Leak Stereo 230 offers independent Bass & Treble control that can be adjusted from -6 to +6dB. There is also a Balance control that allows you to adjust the sound output balance of the left and right speakers. In addition, there is a Direct mode which bypasses the integrated amp's Tone controls to reduce noise and electronic interference in order to reproduce the purest sound possible.

Bluetooth Audio Streaming: The Leak Stereo 230 integrated amplifier offers built-in Bluetooth 5.0 with support for wireless audio streaming (A2DP) and control (AVRCP). You'll be able to wirelessly stream stored music, music apps, and other audio content from your Bluetooth-enabled smartphone, tablet, desktop computer, and laptop to the integrated amp. You'll also be able to control Play/Pause and Previous/Next Track functions from the included IR remote. In addition to supporting Bluetooth's standard SBC codec and Apple's AAC codec, the Leak Stereo 230 is compatible with Qualcomm's aptX codec for "CD-quality" (16-bit/44.1kHz) wireless audio streaming from aptX compatible source devices (including some Android smartphones and tablets).

USB-B Input: The Leak Stereo 230's USB-B input allows connection to your Windows PC (Vista-up) or Mac (OS X 10.6.4-up) computer for playback of stored digital music files on your compatible laptop or desktop computer through the integrated amplifier. A Windows PC will require the installation of a USB driver. A mac computer does not require the installation of a separate USB driver. The unit supports playback of PCM (44.1kHz to 768kHz), DSD64 (2.8MHz), DSD128 (5.6MHz), DSD256 (11.2MHz), DSD512 (22.4MHz) music files. System Requirements include -

• Windows Vista and up , or Mac OS 10.6.4 and up
• Intel Core 2 @ 1.6GHz or similar AMD processor
• 1GB RAM
• USB 2.0 Interface

HDMI ARC: The Lelak Stereo 230 also boasts a newly developed HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) function for high-quality audio in AV applications. The included HDMI ARC connection makes the integrated amplifier perfect for home AV applications, bringing the LEAK Hi-Fi pedigree to your TV screen as well. The HDMI ARC jack supports 2ch PCM audio signals from 44.1kHz to 192kHz.

Digital Inputs & Outputs: The Leak Stereo 230 is equipped with two optical (toslink) digital inputs and one coaxial (RCA) digital input that support 2ch PCM digital audio signals from 44.1kHz to 192kHz. It also features an optical (toslink) and coaxial (RCA) digital output to connect to a higher quality external DAC.

Line-Level Inputs & Outputs: The Leak Stereo 230 integrated amplifier features two analog line-level stereo RCA inputs. It is also outfitted with a stereo RCA pre-out that allows you to use the Stereo 230 as a preamplifier and connect it to a separate power amplifier.

MM Phono Input: The Leak Stereo 230's has a built-in Moving Magnet (MM) phono pre-amplifier which allows for direct connection to a turntable record player so you can enjoy your classic vinyl collection. Experience exceptional sound quality with the included high-quality, low-noise turntable input optimized for moving magnet (MM) cartridges. The JFET-based circuit offers precise RIAA equalization, meeting industry standards for the best vinyl record playback. A ground terminal is offered to reduce any hum or noise.

Binding Post Speaker Output Terminals: The Leak Stereo 230 integrated amplifier is outfitted with 5-way binding post terminals for connection of a pair of 8-ohm or 4-ohm loudspeakers. These 5-way binding posts will accept bare wire (up to 12AWG), pin-connectors, spade-lugs, and banana plugs (single or dual).

Simple Control: The Leak Stereo 230 offers simple front-panel controls, plus comes with an IR remote for wireless operation of the stereo integrated amplifier. The IR remote uses two "AAA" batteries (not included).

• Front-Panel: Front-panel controls include Power, Volume, Input, Bass, Treble, Balance, & Direct.
• IR Remote: The IR remote provides Power, Volume, Input, Play/Pause, Previous/Next Track, and Direct. The Play/Pause and Previous/Next track functions are only supported when Bluetooth is selected as the source input.

12V Trigger: The Leak Stereo 230 features a 12V Trigger Input (3.5mm) which allows the integrated amplifier to turn on at the same time as a connected source device or amplifier with a 12V Trigger Output. There is also a 12V Trigger Link (3.5mm) that allows you to daisy-chain the 12V Trigger Input signal to another component with a 12V Trigger Input, so the system can turn on at the same time.

Auto Standby: The Leak Stereo 230 will automatically go into Standby mode if there is no audio signal or no operation for a set period of time. You can set the Auto Standby time to 20 minutes or 1 hour.

Protection Mode: The Leak Stereo 230 is protected by a thermal switch which interrupts the AC power supply if the amplifier is grossly overloaded for a period of time. It is fully protected against gross overload and short-circuit protection.