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AMPLIFIERS

Stereo amps up to £500

Rega io £379

Best stereo amplifier under £400, Awards 2021 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Those who are happy with a no-fuss, purely analogue amp and who prioritise entertainment should arguably consider the io their number one choice.

Power 30W Inputs Line-in x2, MM Outputs Headphone

NAD D 3020 V2 £399

September 2018 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A likeable effort that features a full-bodied sonic performance with fine timing and dynamics and lots of useful features.

Power 30W Inputs Line-in, MM, optical, coaxial, BT Outputs Headphone

Marantz PM6007 £499

 ★

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