Hifi Pig
reviews the English Acoustics Stereo 41c as a 25W per channel amplifier that adopts key stylistic features of the Stereo 21c and retains the same safety features. The unit is manufactured entirely in Britain and features custom transformers and circuitry. The chassis is made of steel with an automotive paint finish and has CNC-milled end caps, indicating a high level of attention to detail. The amplifier is available in a variety of colors, including Avebury Grey, Braeburn Orange and British Green. Specifications include a frequency range of 8Hz to 60kHz, less than 0.1% distortion and a signal-to-noise ratio of better than 90dB at 1W. It is priced between £7,500 and £8,250.
hi-fi+
emphasizes that the Stereo 41c is an exceptionally high-performing amplifier, with insightful and detailed sound and excellent imaging. Despite its 30W power output per channel, the amplifier proves surprisingly powerful and suitable for both modern bookshelf and floorstanding speakers. The custom-built transformers provide excellent performance in the low and high frequencies. At higher volumes, the amplifier maintains a "creamy" sound without harshness, contributing to a relaxed and engaged listening experience. The design is non-intrusive and offers a light, rich and relaxed reproduction of music.
StereoNET International
reports that the Stereo 41c builds on the tradition of the Stereo 21c and retains the same fundamental safety features. The dual-mono and tube-similar design uses EL506 output tubes to deliver smooth but powerful sound reproduction. The custom-built output transformers, designed and manufactured locally, deliver 25W per channel with a frequency range of 8Hz to 60kHz and a signal-to-noise ratio of better than 90dB at 1W, with less than 0.1% distortion. The chassis features an automotive paint finish and CNC-milled end caps, indicating a high level of attention to detail. The amplifier is available for pre-order from £7,500, with deliveries expected in early April.
Mono & Stereo
emphasizes that the Stereo 41c has a dual-mono and tube-similar design that uses EL506 output tubes to deliver smooth but powerful sound reproduction. The custom-built output transformers, designed and manufactured locally, deliver 25W per channel with a frequency range of 8Hz to 60kHz and a signal-to-noise ratio of better than 90dB at 1W, with less than 0.1% distortion. The chassis features an automotive paint finish and CNC-milled end caps, indicating a high level of attention to detail. The amplifier is available for pre-order from £7,500, with deliveries expected in early April.
Audiophile Fr
emphasizes that the Stereo 41c has a dual-mono and tube-similar design that uses EL506 output tubes to deliver smooth but powerful sound reproduction. The custom-built output transformers, designed and manufactured locally, deliver 25W per channel with a frequency range of 8Hz to 60kHz and a signal-to-noise ratio of better than 90dB at 1W, with less than 0.1% distortion. The chassis features an automotive paint finish and CNC-milled end caps, indicating a high level of attention to detail. The amplifier is available for pre-order from £7,500, with deliveries expected in early April.
AudioVideo2day
emphasizes that the Stereo 41c has a dual-mono and tube-similar design that uses EL506 output tubes to deliver smooth but powerful sound reproduction. The custom-built output transformers, designed and manufactured locally, deliver 25W per channel with a frequency range of 8Hz to 60kHz and a signal-to-noise ratio of better than 90dB at 1W, with less than 0.1% distortion. The chassis features an automotive paint finish and CNC-milled end caps, indicating a high level of attention to detail. The amplifier is available for pre-order from £7,500, with deliveries expected in early April.
