I replaced my heavy heavy ARC HD220 stereo amp with lighter DS450 mono amps which barely get warm,I'm using Synergistic Level 2 cords with SR orange fuses though might not sound as good as yours but with my Magnepan 20.1's they drive them loud and clear with no problem and with power to spare.At 65 my days of hauling heavy amps around are over.
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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