PASS - comparison X 350 to XA 60.5


Hi,

does anyone have experience with the amps mentioned above ?

I need a sound-comparison. Are the 60.5 MUCH better than the X 350 ?

Thank you.

(sorry for bad english - german origin.....)
dieselpark

Showing 7 responses by jl35

My comments are based on a conversation with Pass Labs two years ago. I had called to ask about the changes on the rear panel between earlier and later versions of the X250.5 The RCA and XLR connectors are located differently on later models.
I also noticed that the location of the speaker connectors and fuses had changed, and they used a different rear power switch.
The X350.5 and XA60.5 in my opinion sound different, not better/worse. The X350.5 I believe is much better than the X350
The two amps cost the same, so system/room/personal preference is what will decide. What some find smooth others find veiled.
The X350.5 has been out about 8/9 years, but a 2013 version is quite different than a 2005, so check for exact age. There have been many minor changes and a major change about 4 years ago.
These changes without changing model number are not really that uncommon. I had an ARC LS15 preamp and noticed that a friends LS15 had a detachable power cord and different capacitors. I called ARC who confirmed this, and was able to have them upgrade mine. I have also owned two major audiophile brand speakers where the designer/owner confirmed changes made without changing model number and offered upgrades.