I run totem model one wth pass labs aleph 3 (30wpc into 8 ohms and 60 wpc into 4 ohms)in a dedicated smallish music room(11 ft wide x 17 ft lg and 8 ft ceiling). It drives the totem one loud enough for me. I believe that the XA30.5 will drive the totems forest in a small room. The forest is easier to drive than the model one. if you have a big room I would go more power.
Gundam91,
I've never heard the aleph Os described as "being lifeless". I would expect the aleph amp to be more engaging than the X350.5. There may be something wrong with your aleph O. I had audition a pass labs X150 and was impressed with the power and bass but, it did not sound as sweet and engaging as the aleph 3.
Gundam91,
I've never heard the aleph Os described as "being lifeless". I would expect the aleph amp to be more engaging than the X350.5. There may be something wrong with your aleph O. I had audition a pass labs X150 and was impressed with the power and bass but, it did not sound as sweet and engaging as the aleph 3.