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Different amplifier class for different music genres?

I was reading a review of the Gryphon Antileon Evo in another forum and one user was saying that in the High bias mode the amplifier was excellent for classical music but not so good for metal or hard rock, perhaps softening the transients. For metal or hard rock he preferred the Low bias mode and he suggested that the Gryphon Diablo will be more suitable for this type of music (of course one is a final amp, the other an integrated one).

So the question is: does the class of the amplifier matter or better suit the type of music you are listening to? 

I have never owned a class A amplifier and I am itching to try some. I am currently using Hypex based diy monos driving Vienna Acoustics Mahler speakers.

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douglas_schroeder
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To see how different settings on amps influence sound, read my review of the Gold Note PA-1175 at Dagogo.com

To see how class D is usurping the other classes of amps, classes A, A/B and tube amps - in fact, already has with some brands/models of class D - read my review of the Legacy Audio i.V4 Ultra Amplifier at the same site. 

Seeking any equipment for purported superior performance with any particular genre of music is a great way to build a mediocre rig. I suggest the OP search for an amp that will drive any genre of speakers in a superior fashion, as this will more likely ensure superior performance. As explicated in the review.   :) 


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