Class D sucks.
I’ve said it many times. Dry and lifeless, sure. I’ve been weary of anyone stating that it can be really good. Short of being utilized for subwoofer amplification I had ruled it out pretty much completely. I mean, what could better class A/AB/Tubes? My ears don’t lie. I’ve been around. Case closed, not interested…Or so I had convinced myself.
Then comes along GaN (Gallium Nitride) class D. Never heard of it. “Oh God, class D, here we go again”, I thought initially. I didn’t care to be honest.
Enter AGD. Unknown company. They seemed to have some really good reviews/feedback coming from those whose ears I’ve come to trust by and large. So okay I was curious…Apprehensive? Hell yes, and doubtful it could better really good SET amps.
But regardless I was willing to take a risk and demo a pair of monoblocks (AGD Audions), yes doubtful and ready and willing to discount them.
And then I LISTENED…
At first I sat there a bit confused at what I was actually listening to…I continued to simply LISTEN.
This was altogether DIFFERENT. “This can’t be class D”, I thought…WTF
My paradigm for what I had thought audio
to exist within was being shifted with every track…this is (was) pretty amazing!
This changed everything for me with regards to my pursuit for sonic excellence. I could no longer deny that class D done right can exist right up there with best of the best.
Sounds like hyperbole, I’m well aware. It’s simply what I’ve discovered and felt this thread deserved some truth.
Enjoy!
