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PRODUCT REVIEW FROM HTFR
Designed by David Shaw, founder of Icon Audio, the Stereo 40 mkii is the latest edition of the very popular Icon range. The st40 mkii uses a circuit inspired by the h j Leak 1950's amplifiers. Using the older, bigger 6sn7 and 6sl7 driver valves from the early 1940's, the valves have a reputation for a richer more textured sound, high reliability, and a very long life. This combination of traditional design, excellent valves, audiophile components, custom transformers, massive choke power supply with beautiful looks all adds up to a stunning combination. The power output stage uses the excellent mullard el34. Operating in both "ultralinear" and Triode mode to give the maximum choice of operating conditions. Over the years the 40 watts of the Stereo 40 have found favour with a wide range of speakers in many different situations. The new larger upgraded transformers have a bigger bandwidth leaving plenty of headroom for dynamics and low distortion. S and smooth clean treble. Close attention has been paid to the large power supply using eight large capacitors and a large "choke" in a traditional "pi" configuration. This gives very low source impedance with a huge reserve of power available for large transients without clipping. This combination gives a very smooth and detailed sound stage which works well to bring out the colour and texture of older recordings and whilst not over emphasising the harshness of many modern digital recordings. This makes for a very easy to live with amplifier that still has plenty of power to control modern speakers. Another new feature of the Stereo 40 is the power saving "warm up/standby" switch. This prevents valve cathode stripping during start-up and enables the amplifier to remain in standby on low power without wasting valuable valve life or electricity. (only 35w) The brand new design features high gloss white paint, 20 mm solid alloy front panel with polished alloy knobs. And our famous stainless steel and Plexiglas valve cover to create a stunning visual impression. On the scales at 23kg this amplifier is 7kg heavier than the St40i. No lightweight in quality or performance and should give many years of excellent service.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS:
High quality valve amplifier
All components are hard wired (no circuit board)
40 watts per channel (equivalent to a 160 watt normal amplifier)
3 inputs (cd, tuner, aux)
Tape monitor switch
Comprehensive manual supplied
Full instructions for valve change included
All hand wired point to point
No printed circuit board to 'colour' sound
Japanese Blue ALPS volume pot.
Class A, all Triode front end
Output circuit Ultralinear or Triode switchable*
4x EL34/KT88 precisely matched for best performance
1x 6SL7 first stage valve
2x 6SN7 phase inverter valves
Standby switch to prevent cathode stripping on startup
Standby switch to save valve life and power only 35w
Optional automatic HT delay to prevent cathode stripping
Signal to noise level -90db
Freq response better than 20hz-20kHz +0 - 0.5db
Total harmonic distortion typically less than 0.1% 1khz
Suitable for 4 to 16ohm loudspeakers
Japanese steel EI transformers with low oxygen copper
Attractive valve cover included in the price
High quality 2W metal film, & wire-wound resistors
Blue LED mains indicator
Polypropylene audio capacitors
Silver TEFLON audio cable
Custom hand wound output transformers
Ceramic valve holders for minimum leakage
Centre tapped heater circuit for minimum hum
'Soft start' device incorporated
Gold plated Input & speaker terminals
Three line inputs
Tape monitor circuit
350mv input sensitivity
230/240volts 135 watts typicly, 200w max. 1.6A AS fuse
C E certified
350W, 350D, 250H, 23kg (remember to allow space for connections and ventilation)

Weight: 18.0kg (including packaging)
Height: 25.0cm x Width: 32.0cm x Depth: 18.0cm
Warranty: 12 months
Power: 240V / 220V Only

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