Benchmark AHB2 Amplifier, opinions and competition

I find better bass is a common observation with Benchmark products. It isn’t simply more bass as in fact their bass response is flat. Just better definition of pitch and timbre - you hear more detail in the bass and better separation of instruments at those frequencies.

@mijostyn

Benchmark products measure as good as or better than anything else. They are reasonably priced too.

If accuracy or highest fidelity is important then Benchmark are go to reference products.

That said, I like my PS Audio DSD DAC and tube amps too - so owning Benchmark reference products does not preclude owning less accurate but more “musical” products - but Benchmark sure make a nice affordable reference in any setup.

If you don’t like the sound of your speakers or other gear when coupled with a reference product then you really should take a hard look at that gear. It should always sound good with a reference source or amplification even if your setup sounds even better with a component that caters to your taste.