Indeed, I have class-A, AB amplifiers at home, and the first responses I got when I mentioned those on the AudioScienceReview (pseudo-science review, rather) forum was how noisy those are. According to the specs, of course. Yet the posters there are vigorously promoting class-D amplifiers wherever one is mentioned. Fine in their own class, but just not the kind of the presentation/sound I find to be the most enjoyable. They have good specs, but I’d have none of it in my listening room.
I could not agree more ..
Do better measurements mean better sound? Of course not; pretty interesting discussion here is ..
Good measurements equate to good sound? Strong bass with a small driver? A discussion with Harley.