You may want to consider the new Coda series 8 amplifier which comes in at the same price of the Pass Labs and has been just compared to the $14k Pass Labs monoblocks.
The Merlins like power and having a 150 on tap with the Coda would be advantages over the lower powered Pass.
Dave and Troy
Audio Doctor NJ Coda dealers
The Merlins like power and having a 150 on tap with the Coda would be advantages over the lower powered Pass.
Dave and Troy
Audio Doctor NJ Coda dealers