I am inclined to think that it is how any given amp-regardless of design or appearence, matches with the speaker of your choice. Certain aspects of a amplifier may seem preferable on paper or by appearance, but the real telling is when you hear the results of that amplifier with your speaker.
Just for looks?
I've noticed several manufacturers design very large and heavy amps with large transformers and huge capacitors. Specifically I've seen the insides of a Carver amp and Aragon amps.
Can someone explain why at the same time other manufacturers build higher end, more expensive amps that are much smaller? I recall seeing a Conrad-Johnson that appeared very thin, and very expensive.
Can someone explain why at the same time other manufacturers build higher end, more expensive amps that are much smaller? I recall seeing a Conrad-Johnson that appeared very thin, and very expensive.