LEAK - Stereo 70 Solid state integrated amplifier

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Leak Stereo 70 integrated amplifier, manufactured in the United Kingdom in 1970, with 35 W per channel into 8 Ω, tested and working, physical condition very good with minor faceplate wear, weighing 10 kg, includes an extra item.

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Leak Stereo 70 Integrated Amplifier (1970–1972)
Experience classic British hi-fi at its finest with the Leak Stereo 70 — a highly regarded solid-state integrated amplifier from the early 1970s, representing the final chapter of original H.J. Leak engineering before the brand’s transition into the Rank era. Combining understated design with robust performance, the Stereo 70 remains a favorite among vintage audio enthusiasts for its smooth, musical presentation and reliable build quality.
Delivering a genuine 35 watts per channel, the Stereo 70 offers a confident and well-balanced sound signature, with clean, controlled bass, detailed midrange, and crisp highs. Designed with versatility in mind, it accommodates multiple source inputs including dual turntables, tape, and auxiliary sources, making it an ideal hub for both classic and modern systems.
With its minimalist brushed-aluminium faceplate and optional teak sleeve, the Stereo 70 embodies timeless British industrial design — equally at home in a serious listening room or as part of a curated vintage collection. A true workhorse amplifier with enduring charm, it continues to deliver engaging, analogue warmth decades after its introduction.
Specifications
Year of manufacture: 1970–1972
Power output: 35 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.1
Damping factor: 20
Signal-to-noise ratio:
56 dB (phono MM)
66 dB (line)
Input sensitivity:
2 mV (mic / MM)
60 mV (line)
Line output: 400 mV
Speaker impedance: 8Ω – 15Ω
Construction: Solid-state (transistor-based design)
Country of manufacture: United Kingdom

Please note the included photographs as they form part of the description and sale. Please see the only physical flaw is the slight wear of the black paint on the face, this is easily overcome but i wanted to show it in its authentic condition. Please remind me after the sale how to resolve this for your pleasure, it does not affect playback at all.

Please know that vintage electronic items are not guaranteed. And the unit is in original factory condition. And plays wonderfully.

Please understand this item is almost 55 years old, it is sold as vintage English audio. Its highly collectable in its original condition not being tampered with is where her authenticity resides.

Please note that we will pack her with our custom double box and bubble wrap system and we pack for the safety of the item not for economy

Leak Stereo 70 Integrated Amplifier (1970–1972)
Experience classic British hi-fi at its finest with the Leak Stereo 70 — a highly regarded solid-state integrated amplifier from the early 1970s, representing the final chapter of original H.J. Leak engineering before the brand’s transition into the Rank era. Combining understated design with robust performance, the Stereo 70 remains a favorite among vintage audio enthusiasts for its smooth, musical presentation and reliable build quality.
Delivering a genuine 35 watts per channel, the Stereo 70 offers a confident and well-balanced sound signature, with clean, controlled bass, detailed midrange, and crisp highs. Designed with versatility in mind, it accommodates multiple source inputs including dual turntables, tape, and auxiliary sources, making it an ideal hub for both classic and modern systems.
With its minimalist brushed-aluminium faceplate and optional teak sleeve, the Stereo 70 embodies timeless British industrial design — equally at home in a serious listening room or as part of a curated vintage collection. A true workhorse amplifier with enduring charm, it continues to deliver engaging, analogue warmth decades after its introduction.
Specifications
Year of manufacture: 1970–1972
Power output: 35 watts per channel into 8Ω (stereo)
Frequency response: 20 Hz – 20 kHz
Total harmonic distortion: 0.1
Damping factor: 20
Signal-to-noise ratio:
56 dB (phono MM)
66 dB (line)
Input sensitivity:
2 mV (mic / MM)
60 mV (line)
Line output: 400 mV
Speaker impedance: 8Ω – 15Ω
Construction: Solid-state (transistor-based design)
Country of manufacture: United Kingdom

Please note the included photographs as they form part of the description and sale. Please see the only physical flaw is the slight wear of the black paint on the face, this is easily overcome but i wanted to show it in its authentic condition. Please remind me after the sale how to resolve this for your pleasure, it does not affect playback at all.

Please know that vintage electronic items are not guaranteed. And the unit is in original factory condition. And plays wonderfully.

Please understand this item is almost 55 years old, it is sold as vintage English audio. Its highly collectable in its original condition not being tampered with is where her authenticity resides.

Please note that we will pack her with our custom double box and bubble wrap system and we pack for the safety of the item not for economy

Details

Era
1900-2000
Brand
LEAK
Model
Stereo 70
Multiple models
No
Physical condition
Very good
Number of objects
1
Includes
+ Extra item (see description)
Year of manufacturing
1970
Weight
10 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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227
Objects sold
100%
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