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Bricasti Amplifier M25

Hello,
I have currently bought a Bricasti M12 DAC/Pre-Amplifier in my two channel system and is thinking of replacing my Parasound Halo A21+ amplifier. One obvious choice would be to pair the Bricasti M12 DAC with a Bricasti amplifier M25 which is a dual mono design and it is a fully balanced model. I am also going to evaluate two other amplifiers Luxman M900u and Parasound Halo JC1+ mono blocks. I have Aerial Acoustics Model 7T as the front speakers. Does anyone have any feedback on the amplifier Bricasti M25? I would go for a home trial of all three shortlisted amplifiers shortly but appreciate your feedback on this subject.
BTW I have already demoed a pair of Gato PWR-222 mono block amplifiers in my set up and the sound appeared to be a little too dark to my taste. So I haven't shortlisted them.

indranilsen

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david_ten
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@indranilsen  Have you compared "speed" (as you put it) now that the amp is "settled," between the Bricasti M25 and your former amplification? Thanks.
david_ten
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@indranilsen A superior amplifier / amplifier-speaker pairing, in my experience, will (does) sound "faster" than what one is "used to" versus one’s former pairing... initially.

I have also found that I quickly adjust to the new "speed." The former pairing (once that happens) will sound sloppier and not quite right (in comparison). Put another way, the new pairing will not sound "faster" per se...rather (and importantly) it will sound more correct in terms of musical timing. For example (recording dependant), music can and will sound slower as well. Gaps between notes will be experienced as extended. ETC.

Getting the timing and flow of music correct is, for me, critically important to achieving musical (emotional) engagement and pleasure. This is what better components bring to the table.

I doubt what you experienced was an ’artifact’ related to break in. Again, in my opinion / experience, it is an early and healthy indicator of component performance superiority.

I have heard the M28 monos in person and I walked away very impressed.

It will be interesting to learn which amp you ultimately choose.
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