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Townshend Audio Allegri Reference: Hi-Fi+ “Highly Commended” for Preamplifier of the Year

What makes the Allegri Reference truly exceptional is its ability to disappear from the listening experience

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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