Pass Aleph vs. McCormack: What to Expect?


I currently own a Pass Aleph 3, which I like alot! It is detailed but not brash, and somewhat liquid in sound. I am missing some bass response though. I'm thinking of a McCormack DNA 125, or perhaps another Aleph 3 to bi-amp. Has anyone compared these two amps to shed light on this decision? Will the bi-amping help improve bass response? Thanks.
peter_s

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Try checking into a Pass / Volksamp Aleph 30. While i have not heard one of these myself, i would think that it might offer similar sonics to the "regular" Aleph 3 but with greater dynamics and bass impact due to circuit changes. This might allow you to retain the positive aspects of the sonics that you admire in the Aleph 3 while adding part of the equation that you think is missing. Sean
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Thanks for filling me in Evansdad. While i knew that the Aleph 3 chassis was probably FAR more costly to produce than that of the Volksamp 30, i had to wonder how they could increase parts count and lower the price so drastically. I thought it might at least be worth mentioning as Peter S might not have been aware of the existence of such a unit. Sean
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I would say yes, but it would be FAR more noticeable if you went into an active crossover. I would contact your speaker manufacturer first before even thinking about this though. They might also have other suggestions as to what they think will give you what you are looking for in terms of amplification. Sean
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