Best stereo amplifiers 2026

Best stereo amplifier under £500

Rotel A8

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You still won't find a better stereo amplifier for under £500.

Best stereo amplifier £500-£1000

Arcam A5+

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Class-leading insight helps the Arcam A5+ retain its crown.

Best stereo amplifier £1000-£2000

Arcam A15+

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With its unfussy nature and stellar audio the Arcam A15+ remains a class leader.

Best stereo amplifier £2000-£3500

Cyrus 40 AMP

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For the second year running the AMP 40's clean, detailed and musical sound earns it a trophy.

Best stereo amplifier over £3500

Rotel Michi Prestige X430

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Beautifully made and ever so capable, if you have the cash, the X430 is the amp to get in this class.

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