Amplfiers that Sound like Pass 30.8 that are not so heavy


I am moving  to a smaller house and I really need a amp that is not as heavy as the Pass 30.8. Currently it is hooked up to a pair of QLN Prestige 3's with Adrenaline Speaker cables, a SAS 11A preamp recently modified and upgraded and fed by a Pagoda DAC.  I love the sound of this amp with a the tube preamp. But....its just really to heavy for me to move around by myself. And yes I do go to the gym. Also it does put out some heat which is not the coolest thing in Florida. Any ideas on an amp that would be a good substitute for the 30.8's would really be appreciated.  My listening prefernces lean toward transparency and holographic instrument presentation. Thank all of you for your help and direction on my question. Best wishes to all for a healthy, safe and peaceful New Year.

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Showing 2 responses by jerryg123

There is a lot of really good Class D gear out there now.

AGD, Bel Canto (I have a REF501S), Orchard (website was down yesterday) and the Gear LAS is making is getting some good reviews here to.

I have QLN Prestige 5 and I am using an Audio Hungary Qualiton X200 (Blows Raven Away) and the Bel Canton e.One REF501S with REF2.7 DAC (Again Blows Raven Away)

The Bel Canto is Class D and is on all day as I work. I use the X200 in the evenings listening Analog and Digital.

Cheers.