We’re thrilled to announce that the Townshend Audio Allegri Reference Preamplifier has been honored with the prestigious “Highly Commended” accolade from Hi-Fi+ magazine, ranking it among the elite contenders for Preamplifier of the Year. Celebrated for its groundbreaking engineering and unparalleled sonic purity, the Allegri Reference redefines high-fidelity audio, delivering an uncolored, transparent sound that captivates audiophiles worldwide.

A Technological Triumph

The Allegri Reference is a passive preamplifier that harnesses Townshend Audio’s cutting-edge autotransformer technology and Fractal-Wire™, ensuring a pristine signal path free of noise or distortion. Unlike active preamps, it operates as an “invisible” conduit, using aerospace-grade relays and hermetically sealed components to preserve every nuance of the music. Hi-Fi+ praised its “completely unforced and natural presentation,” noting that it allows recordings to shine in their truest form, from delicate acoustic textures to the grandeur of a full symphony.

Sound That Vanishes

What makes the Allegri Reference truly exceptional is its ability to disappear from the listening experience. Reviewers and users alike laud its transparency, with Hi-Fi+ stating, “It’s hard to fault the Allegri,” particularly for its outstanding stereo separation and precise reproduction of acoustic spaces. Whether revealing subtle details in a minimalist jazz track or the expansive dynamics of a live orchestral performance, the Allegri Reference ensures the music—and nothing else—takes center stage, delivering a “holographic” soundstage that feels alive.

A Benchmark for Excellence

Earning the Hi-Fi+ “Highly Commended” award highlights the Allegri Reference’s superior design in a fiercely competitive field. Its 129 precise 0.5dB volume steps, controlled via a sleek remote, and wide bandwidth (8Hz–80kHz, ±0.1dB) set it apart from feature-heavy rivals, offering world-class transparency and unerring detail. Martin Colloms, in HiFi Critic (2020), echoed this, noting its **“virtually indistinguishable” signal fidelity, with distortion as low as 0.00014% at 20Hz, making it a staple in his reference system.

Why Audiophiles Choose the Allegri Reference

The Allegri Reference’s minimalist design, housed in a vibration-isolated, hard-anodized aluminum chassis, proves that simplicity can yield extraordinary results. Users like Rafael Todes call it “revelatory,” claiming it outperforms preamps costing tens of thousands more.web:24 One audiophile on townshendaudio.com even sold their £25,000 preamp after experiencing the Allegri’s magic, declaring it an **“audio masterpiece.”**web:0 Pair it with F1 Fractal Speaker Cables or Seismic Adjustable Bars for a system that unlocks the full potential of your music collection.

Join the Sonic Revolution

The Hi-Fi+ “Highly Commended” award celebrates Townshend Audio’s dedication to pushing the boundaries of high-fidelity sound. The Allegri Reference is more than a preamplifier—it’s a gateway to rediscovering your music with unmatched clarity and emotion. Visit townshendaudio.com to explore this award-winning masterpiece and elevate your listening experience.

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