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 1 response by m-reiner

I agree with the folks saying that the Pass amp is special and perhaps you should just get help moving it, so you don't have to change it out.

That said, if you must change, I recommend that you consider the Son of Ampzilla II by Spread Spectrum Technologies (SST). 

  • It only weighs 42 pounds and puts out 220 watts per channel.
  • The sound is very Pass-like and exudes the best of aspects of a Class A amp - including running very warm.
  • It delivers beautifully on every measure of sound you may have for an amp from bass to imaging to detail without harshness.

I admit that I bought this amp 6 months ago after a careful search and it will be my last amp.

Happy listening however you choose to go!