Class A: Accuphase vs Pass Labs house sound?

“The top 3 brand on this forum are pass lab, luxman, audio research.”

Could it be because they are easily accessible new and old? Accuphase is out of reach for many due to US Distributor unfair pricing. I bet most posters here who are quick to posts their biases never even heard Accuphase in their system 😂

I realize appearance (aesthetics) of a gear is subjective but Accuphase build quality is simply exquisite. That is not to say Pass Labs is slacking in build quality but it’s appearance to me lean towards industrial.

Accuphase A-48 amp sounds (looks) like a Mercedes S-class  car, rides.. PASS-L designs tuned to get racing results better, overheating motor, etc..

A30 or A48 are just little door to real big sound Accuphase  ladder . You just paying for logo only and you will be only satisfied that you own Accuphase brand.  Because Accuphase good sound starts from at least A50V and up power amps and c2800 up line in pre amps . This is very reliable brand. Personally I have owned a lot of equipment. My journey ended up with whole set an Accuphase , and will never go with any thing else. Best wishes on your journey 

Abery don't be so sure you will prefer either Accuphase or Pass over your J2, listen before you jump if possible.

What speakers would the electronics be powering?  That makes all the difference in the world i answering this.