Townshend Allegri+ Passive Preamplifier: A Transparent Triumph in Hi-Fi

At Townshend Audio, we’re passionate about delivering pure, unadulterated sound, and our Allegri+ Passive Autotransformer Preamplifier is a testament to that mission. In a recent review by Hifi Pig, reviewers Dan Worth and Dominic Marsh put the Allegri+ to the test, and the results were nothing short of extraordinary, earning it their prestigious Outstanding Product Award.

Priced at £2400, the Allegri+ builds on the success of its predecessor, offering unmatched transparency and dynamics. Unlike traditional preamplifiers, its autotransformer design eliminates the issues of resistive passive controls, ensuring perfect impedance matching between source and amplifier. This results in a sound that’s engagingly natural, with a lowered noise floor and pinpoint precision in the top-end. Dan noted its ability to outshine even high-end valve preamps like the Audio Music R-T1, praising its “humbling honesty” and ability to reveal every nuance of a recording.

Dominic echoed this, highlighting the Allegri+’s value for money, stating, “Show me a preamp that does more for the money, and I’ll show you a bacon sandwich with wings.” With six gold-plated phono inputs, a 3.5mm front-panel jack, and a sleek anodised aluminium chassis, it’s as versatile as it is sonically pure.

Max Townshend’s vision shines through in the Allegri+, crafted with our proprietary Fractal-Wire™ and ultra-thin mu-metal laminations for unparalleled clarity. Whether paired with a DiDiT DAC, Gamut power amp, or Ayon speakers, as Dan did, or integrated into any high-end system, the Allegri+ delivers a transformative listening experience.

For audiophiles seeking the closest approach to a straight wire with gain, the Allegri+ is a must-hear. Discover why Hifi Pig called it “sublime” and experience the heart of your hi-fi system like never before. Visit to learn more!