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The company was founded in 1998 by two former BBC sound engineers, Lee Taylor and Mallory Nicholls. Their shared passion for audio reproduction led them to embark on a journey to push the boundaries of loudspeaker design, eventually leading to the creation of the brand Leema Acoustics.

The founders' initial project was a bold endeavor to design a miniature loudspeaker capable of outperforming larger systems, a challenge that spurred four years of intense work. This culminated in the development of the Xen micro monitor, a product that achieved technical and musical excellence. Originally targeted at the professional audio market, the Xen eventually gained traction in the domestic market as audiophiles recognized the quality of Leema's products.

Following the success of the Xen, Leema Acoustics expanded its expertise into audio electronics. Their first foray in this area, the Tucana integrated amplifier, was released in early 2006. It quickly garnered acclaim, winning the prestigious Hi Fi News amplifier of the year award. This was soon followed by another successful product, the Antila CD player, which won the best CD player award in 2007.

Leema Acoustics' range of products continued to grow, including their Reference and Elements Ranges, and later, the Essentials line. These products have consistently attracted international acclaim, earning numerous awards and “best in class” reviews.

In 2007, to meet the increasing demand for its products, Leema Acoustics began collaborating with Davlec, a local Welsh manufacturer established in 1983, initially focusing on electronics for the dairy industry but later expanding into automotive and metrology. This partnership led to a formal merger in 2014, bringing together the production and design teams under one roof to continue manufacturing products to the high standards Leema Acoustics is known for.

Celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2023, Leema Acoustics unveiled an entire new product range, the Quantum series, which includes the Electron CD player, Positron streamer, Neutron DAC/preamp, and Graviton power amp. These products demonstrate the brand's continued commitment to innovation and excellence in audio engineering.

The founders' initial vision and commitment to exploring the depths of audio reproduction have firmly established Leema Acoustics as a revered name in the hi-fi audio industry, known for its high-quality, UK hand-built products

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The Leema Acoustics Tucana II Anniversary Edition is an integrated amplifier that represents a significant enhancement over its predecessor. Celebrating ten years of the original Tucana design, the Anniversary Edition features upgraded internal components to enhance sound quality. The device is housed in a premium aluminum chassis available in black or a natural satin finish, measuring 17"W x 12.5"D x 4.3"H and weighing just under 40 pounds. The front panel showcases a chrome-plated Leema Delta logo and an ‘ANNIVERSARY EDITION’ badge, alongside a user-friendly interface that includes a 3.5mm headphone jack and an auxiliary input. The volume control is equipped with stepped attenuators and blue LEDs that indicate the selected volume level. Internally, the amplifier includes double-weight copper PCB tracks to reduce resistance, upgraded Nichicon Muse capacitors, and high-grade Noratel power transformers, significantly improving power delivery while reducing heat and noise. It has a fully dual-mono design with a power output of 150W per channel into 8 ohms and nearly 290W into 4 ohms, capable of delivering over 50A of instantaneous current. The Tucana AE has extensive connection options, including RCA inputs, XLR balanced inputs, and speaker terminals for single loudspeaker connections. Additional smart features include the Leema Intelligent Protocol System (LIPS) for component synchronization and a luxurious all-metal remote control. With its elegant design, high-quality components, and exceptional performance, the Tucana II Anniversary Edition stands out as a benchmark amplifier in its class, deserving of attention from audiophiles.

Tucana Anniversary Edition

by Leema Acoustics

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