Are Pass Labs amps probably the best ever you can buy ?

John and Gary Bedini made great amps. I have a 25/25 and a 150/150. From a time when amps didn’t cost as much as a new automobile. RIP John and Gary!

Superb customer service. I think that Pass amps have a house sound and I have owned the XA 30.8 and a First Watt. I didnt like the F.W. at all and the 30.8, while a very good amp, really didnt do it for me in terms of nuance. I have nothing but respect for Pass, but it isnt to my taste. 

I like my McIntosh MC462 matched up with my Focal Sopra2’s, Backert Labs Rhythm 1.3, LUMIN U1 with XP1 power supply, and LaScala DAC. Must add that I have a dedicated space with correct sound absorption and diffraction. I agree with choosing your speakers first.