Leak TruStream Music Streamer

Leak TruStream Music Streamer

The Leak TruStream Music Streamer is a dedicated high-fidelity network player created for listeners who want the convenience of modern music streaming without sacrificing true audiophile performance. Blending LEAK’s unmistakable mid-century design language with a powerful contemporary streaming platform, TruStream provides effortless access to high-resolution music while preserving the natural warmth, balance and musical realism that define the LEAK sound.

Styled to perfectly complement the Leak Stereo 130 and Leak Stereo 230, the TruStream brings streaming technology into traditional hi-fi systems in a way that feels both modern and timeless. Whether used as the primary digital source in a full stereo system or as a compact streaming hub for a desktop setup, the TruStream delivers exceptional musical performance with intuitive control and elegant design.

Dedicated High-Performance Music Streaming Platform

At the core of the Leak TruStream Music Streamer is an advanced network streaming architecture developed with Silent Angel, a company known for its expertise in low-noise digital audio technology. This platform is designed to deliver stable network performance while minimising electrical noise, jitter and timing errors that can compromise sound quality in digital streaming systems.

Through the dedicated TruStream control app, users gain seamless access to a wide range of modern music services and playback technologies including Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect, TuneIn internet radio, Apple AirPlay 2 and Roon Ready certification. Local playback is equally flexible, with support for DLNA streaming from network storage as well as direct playback from USB drives and shared music libraries.

Reference-Grade ESS Sabre DAC

Central to the TruStream’s sound quality is the acclaimed ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M DAC, one of the most highly regarded digital-to-analogue converters used in modern high-end audio equipment. This 32-bit DAC architecture delivers extremely low distortion, exceptional dynamic range and precise timing performance.

Carefully implemented with LEAK’s low-noise power supply design and signal isolation architecture, the DAC enables the TruStream to reveal remarkable levels of musical detail, subtle textures and spatial cues within high-resolution recordings.

True High-Resolution Audio Playback

The Leak TruStream Music Streamer supports an extensive range of high-resolution audio formats, allowing it to reproduce music libraries at the highest levels of fidelity. Playback includes PCM audio up to 768kHz and native DSD up to DSD512.

Popular formats such as FLAC, ALAC, WAV, AIFF, APE, MP3, AAC and OGG are also supported, ensuring compatibility with virtually any digital music collection from CD-quality recordings to studio-master downloads.

Flexible Connectivity for Any Hi-Fi System

Unlike many streaming devices that operate purely as digital transports, the Leak TruStream is designed as a complete source component. Its integrated high-performance DAC allows direct connection to amplifiers via balanced XLR or RCA analogue outputs.

Additional connectivity includes optical and coaxial digital outputs, USB audio output, Ethernet networking, dual-band Wi-Fi and USB storage inputs. This flexibility ensures the TruStream can integrate effortlessly into both modern and traditional hi-fi systems.

Integrated Headphone Amplifier

For private listening sessions, the TruStream incorporates a dedicated current-feedback headphone amplifier capable of driving a wide range of headphones with excellent control and clarity. Whether paired with high-impedance studio models or modern portable headphones, the amplifier delivers dynamic, detailed sound.

Classic LEAK Design with Modern Engineering

The TruStream continues the design heritage established by the legendary Leak Stereo 30 amplifier. Its brushed aluminium fascia and real walnut veneer cabinet reflect the classic aesthetic that has become synonymous with the LEAK brand.

This timeless styling allows the TruStream to sit beautifully alongside the Leak Stereo 130 and Leak Stereo 230, creating a cohesive hi-fi system that looks as refined as it sounds.

The Perfect Streaming Partner for LEAK Amplifiers

Whether used as the digital heart of a traditional stereo system or as a compact streaming source in a modern listening space, the Leak TruStream Music Streamer provides a versatile and sophisticated solution for high-quality music streaming.

With its audiophile-grade ESS DAC, comprehensive streaming compatibility, high-resolution audio support and classic British design, the TruStream combines modern convenience with the musical performance expected from a true hi-fi component.

Leak TruStream Music Streamer Specification:

• D/A Converter – ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M 32-bit DAC, Max. Sampling Frequency: 768kHz / 32-bit, Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.001% (1kHz @ 2.05Vrms), Signal-to-Noise Ratio (A-weighted): >116dB (RCA), >120dB (XLR), Frequency Response: +/-0.5dB (20Hz - 20kHz), Output Impedance: 120ohm (RCA), 56ohm (XLR)
• Supported File Formats – DSD Lossless: DSF (DSD), DIFF (DSD), DoP (DSD); PCM Lossless: FLAC, Apple Lossless (ALAC), WAV, AIFF, CUE, APE; Compressed Audio: MP3, WMA, AAC, OGG
• Sampling Frequency – PCM: 44.1kHz–768kHz (705.6kHz / 768kHz supported via app streaming); DSD: DSD64, DSD128, DSD256 (DoP), DSD512 (PC USB)
• Design Philosophy and Core Technology – ESS Sabre ES9038Q2M DAC, RK3399 ARM® Cortex-A72 @ 2.0GHz / Cortex-A53 @ 1.5GHz, Powered by Silent Angel Streaming Technology (IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 / 5GHz), Native support for Spotify Connect, TIDAL Connect, Qobuz Connect and TuneIn Internet Radio, Roon Ready, Gapless Playback, Network Shared Storage (SMB / CIFS), USB Storage Playback, iOS / Android LEAK TruStream App Control
• Outputs – 1 x RCA (pair) analogue outputs, 1 x XLR (pair) analogue outputs, 1 x Optical digital output, 1 x Coaxial digital output, 2 x USB-A for USB Audio Out, 1 x Headphone output
• Headphone Amplifier – Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): <0.01% (1kHz, 50mW), Output Impedance: 2.35 ohm, Load Impedance: 20–600 ohm
• Inputs – 1 x PC USB (USB Type-C), 1 x Ethernet 10 / 100 / 1000Base-T, 1 x USB-A for MCU Update, 2 x USB-A for USB Storage
• Digital Section – Digital Output Level: 500 ± 50mVpp, Output Impedance: 75 ohms, Frequency Response: -0.01dB (20Hz–20kHz), Max Sampling Frequency: 192kHz / 24-bit, Digital Outputs: 1 x Coaxial, 1 x Optical, USB Audio Out
• General – Standby Power Consumption: <0.5W, Net Weight: 6.5kg, Gross Weight: 8.5kg, Dimensions: 330 × 118 × 278mm (W × H × D), Carton Size: 475 × 260 × 455mm, Finish: Walnut
• Power Requirements – 220-240V 50/60Hz or 100-120V 50/60Hz
• Standard Accessories – Power Cord, Remote Control, User Manual
• Model – TruStream
• General Description – Network Player