Leben CS 600X - Audiophile Integrated Tube Amplifier
The Leben CS-600X is a top-range integrated amplifier utilising the best components and workmanship. By switching two selectors inside of the cabinet, with EL34 tubes LED indicators on the front panel will show you which tube setting is applied. Pre-amp In terminals on the rear panel allow you to use CS-600X as a power amplifier by switching a selector on the front panel, you can by-pass all the functions except the volume control. A wide-range and flat frequency response up to 100kHz is capable enough for digital audio formats such as high resolution streaming, SACD and HDCD.
Ideal for less sensitive speakers and those who want a little extra power, the CS-600 was developed at the insistence of customers. Leben is a name that speaks for itself and is widely acclaimed, with sales driven more by demand than by promotion. They are hand made and if you are looking for an integrated amplifier for your home as part of a great music system you'll need to look no further. It has a classic retro look and fits neatly into environments such as prestige apartments and homes and sits very well indeed with audiophiles.
Highlights
Twin-triode tube 6CS7 for the first-stage amplification
WBT type speaker terminals
Heavy-duty output transformer for 50W grade amplifiers
Large capacity choke-coil: 5H350mA
Dumper tube 6CJ3 (for colour TV use) is applied to delay a supply of high voltage (B-Voltage) to output tubes in order to protect output tubes from damages and to extend the life.
All high-end audio grade electrical components (capacitors, resistors)
Operation lamp indicator
Matching front design of CS-300F / CS-300XS / RS-30EQ phono stage
24K Gold-plated knobs
Side wooden panels
Features
Power amp direct switch (All functions by-passed except volume control)
Muting switch
Stereo / reverse switch
Balance control
Tape monitor
5 selectable inputs
Headphone output
Bass-Boost switch (0dB, +3dB, +5dB)
Speaker / headphone selector
24K Gold plated control knobs
Auto-Bias
Variable output impedance: 4 / 6 / 8 / 16 Ohms
Operation lamp indicator
On switch power indicator LED
Specifications
Valves: 4x EL34 ; 4x 6CS7; 1x 6CJ3
Output Power: 32W x 2 (6L6GC) at 1kHz; 28W x 2 (EL34) at 1kHz
Inputs: 5 line inputs via RCA plus tape monitor
Frequency Response: 10Hz - 100kHz (-0.1dB)
Distortion: 0.7% (10W)
Input Sensitivity: 900mV
Output Impedance: 4 / 6 / 8 / 16 Ohms (Selectable)
Power Supply: 240V / 50Hz
Weight: 22.5 kg (approx)
Dimensions: 45cm x 36cm x 14.2cm (W x D x H - approx. including knobs and terminals)
Reviews
2020 Positive Feedback review
Six Moons review
2009 Positive Feedback review