Article: Review | Kinki Studio EX-M1+ 215 WPC Integrated Amplifier

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There have been two generations of the M1 and M1+ from 2018 and then 2020.  I own one from each generation.  The 2020 version is identified by the gold heatsinks while the 2018 heatsinks matched the amps finish.  The M1 and M1+ from each generation are identical except for the addition of the extra preamp features in the M1+.  The better parts and volume control are across both models in the second generation as again the additional preamp features account for the extra cost.  I also own the EX-M7 stereo amp and if you already own an preamp you are fond of it is a great amp with a little more muscle than the integrated amps.