Our HP8 is in fact a small integrated hi fi amplifier. We use a custom wound multi-tap output transformer which provides perfect matching to virtually any headphone load. We start with a substantial mains transformer with matching power supply and two output transformers. The HP8 tops the scales at 6.5kg, giving you an idea of how much iron you get for your money!
Like our other models the HP8 has no printed circuit board and is all hard wired with top quality components. We use silver Teflon audio cable, gold plated terminals and the famous “ALPS” volume pot for sonic purity. More....

Following on the success of our LA3 pre-amp we have listened to your comments and made several changes. These include: Rear connections, Lots of inputs. High and low outputs to match almost any power amp. Remote control. DC heaters for even quieter background.

We have also used the 1941 older type 6SN7 double triode as we feel these have a more fluid sound, and a reputation for a very long life. Probably the best sounding pre-amp valve ever! More....

A great reason for using a passive pre is that your modern tuner, CD player, phono pre amp etc probably has enough output to drive your power amp(s) effectively, and you will probably be using relatively short leads. In which case you only need to control the volume, and switch the input. Nothing else.

Some years ago QUAD described the perfect amplifier as “a piece of wire with gain”. But as there is no such thing as a perfect amplifier, by default the Icon passive is perfect, as it has no flaws. More......

The PS1 was created by David for his own use but became a product due to demand created at demo's and shows.
The PS1 story from David Shaw Icons founder: 'Like many people I have accumulated a sizable collection of vinyl much of which was acquired second-hand. Many of these are excellent recordings but in less than perfect condition. After trying several very good phono stages over the years I was unable to find one that would satisfy my needs. I wanted maximum musical detail, but without emphasising the imperfections through wear, clicks scratches etc. So I could listen through the vinyl medium, not to it!' The PS1 delivers just that! More..

Building a valve amplifier is relatively easy, the difficulty is getting it to “hang” together well. We use tried and tested circuits excellent transformers and have refined them further with top quality components, solid build quality and stylish looks to give amazing sound quality and performance at many times the price.

We even give you the choice of either 40 watts in Ultralinear mode or 20 watts in Triode mode (KT88) with its more relaxed sound quality. The Stereo 40i KT is almost like two amplifiers in one. More.....

Designed by David Shaw, founder of Icon Audio. Whilst our highly acclaimed Stereo 60 sets new standards for performance, our new Stereo 50 uses a circuit based upon the Leak front end of the 20/50/60 amplifiers. We chose to use the older bigger 6SN7 and 6SL7 driver valves from the early 1940’s.
These have a reputation for a richer more textured sound, 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! More......

Icon Audio’s Flagship Model!
Our engineers have a combined total of 130 years experience of designing and manufacturing of valve amplifiers! We have used this expertise to create our Stereo 60. The idea is based upon the 1947 Williamson innovative concept of a low distortion high-performance amplifier.
The resulting performance is very smooth and warm but with astonishing clarity. The massive headroom provided by the high power available means that under most circumstances the output stage will be operating in Class A. More....

The Smooth, detailed, fluid sound of the 300B is legendary. But often the power of some 300B designs is a little low to get the best out of modern low efficiency speakers. We designed the Stereo 300 for someone who wants 300Bs to drive “real world” speakers and listens to every thing from acoustical through to full orchestral music and rock bands.
The 300B being a low efficiency triode is very demanding of its driver stage. We use a specially developed low distortion, powerful driver circuit that gets the best out of the 300B in terms of detail and power without losing any of its magic! More....

Twenty eight watts may not sound a great deal but couple a pair of MB25s with a quality input source and moderately efficient speakers and they are capable of illuminating your listening room with stunning rich musical sounds and uncanny presence. Yet unlike transistor amplifiers, they are completely without any harshness or listening fatigue, despite their ability to reproduce that ‘rasp’ of trumpets, that ‘edge’ to strings and inner detail of complex vocals, with real bass power if called for.
The MB 25a's combine the virtue of 300B valves and modern componentry to produce a modern classic at a sensible price! More....

Whilst our highly acclaimed Stereo 60 sets new standards for performance, our new MB90 is a more traditional 3 stage design, the front end is based on the Leak 20/50/60 amplifiers.
We chose to use the older bigger 6SN7 and 6SL7 driver valves from the early 1940’s. These have a reputation for a richer more textured sound, reliability, and a very long life. This combination of traditional design, excellent valves, audiophile components, hard wired, no PCB, custom transformers, massive choke regulated power supply with beautiful looks all add up to a stunning combination! More....

At Icon Audio we have a belief that keeping things simple has enormous benefits in terms of sound purity, spatial quality and realism. This is born out by the reviews and testimonials we have for our amplifiers.
The new Icon Audio PM6 loudspeaker addresses many of the problems associated with matching loudspeakers to low powered mainly valve amplifiers, and obtaining high quality sound, without the electrical distortion or colouration caused by complex inefficient crossovers that many modern speakers use. The Pm6 is a full range horn loaded design that has no crossover, thus it is precise and efficient! More....