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F575M
05-02-2023, 16:40
Hello,

I no longer have the time to listen to music at leisure so I am getting rid of my separates. I have been planning to buy a used Meridian 551. However, I recently found out that LEAK makes an integrated with a phono section, looks like the successor of the old Delta 70 but made in China.

I'll pair it with my Devons, Ray Clark's 401, Phonomac's Ortofon AS-212 and Meridian 508. I still think that the 551 may be a better choice. There is also a PS Audio Sprout 100 but we are talking American sound.

Cheers,

Horacio
walpurgis
05-02-2023, 16:54
I no longer have the time to listen to music at leisure so I am getting rid of my separates. I have been planning to buy a used Meridian 551. However, I recently found out that LEAK makes an integrated with a phono section, looks like the successor of the old Delta 70.

The LEAK 130 has nothing to do with the old British Leak products, apart from copying a bit of styling. I think IAG are involved.

My choice would be the Meridian 551, it's a good amp and well liked by owners. Very well made too (quite fancy one myself and I don't say that about many amps).
hifi_dave
05-02-2023, 17:29
Leak is now indeed, part of the IAG group. The styling is similar to the original Leak amps but the internals are modern and designed here in the UK. They are very nice amps and naturally, very similar to the new Quad designs.
Barry
05-02-2023, 18:14
It gets good reviews: https://theaudiophileman.com/stereo-130-amplifier-review-leak/ , but I try to eschew anything that is made in China.
hornucopia
07-02-2023, 16:54
THe future IS Chinese! Read about the Silk Road......
Could always find an original Leak 20? (Upgraded.)
Lawrence001
07-02-2023, 19:25
THe future IS Chinese! Read about the Silk Road......
Could always find an original Leak 20? (Upgraded.)Silk Road? Or the Belt and Road Initiative?
Mr.Ian
07-02-2023, 21:34
The LEAK 130 has nothing to do with the old British Leak products, apart from copying a bit of styling. I think IAG are involved.

My choice would be the Meridian 551, it's a good amp and well liked by owners. Very well made too (quite fancy one myself and I don't say that about many amps).

To be honest i I think there are better options than the 501 or 551 in integrated form. Just saying some more research might pay dividends