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Pass Labs AMP’s- What is the best Pass Amp Sound for You from past 10 years

So I have an XA-25 and its outstanding. I’ve tested the XA60.8 mono’s and there was not enough difference to move to them; no jaw dropping moments. Don’t get me wrong they were fantastic, but so is the XA25. Looking at the 350.8 or 250.8, etc.... even in comparison the Integrated INT-250... If you love it; want to explain what you like and why? I’m wondering what others are thinking... 
My set up: Wilson Sophia II’s, XA-25, Pass Labs XP-22 pre, Merging+NADAC. 
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audiofound
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Interesting the int 250 doesn't get much love here. The reviews are pretty darn good.
audiofound
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"[...Interesting the int 250 doesn't get much love here. The reviews are pretty darn good....]" Report
I have noticed that. Although the reviews and forum comments have been highly enthusiastic, positive, and consistently so. Perhaps it's because most of the Pass Labs amps that we read about have been around much longer than the int 250. The int 250 is still a relatively recent design and has not been around long enough to have developed the fan base that the older Pass amps have. Also, the int 250 is a pricey amp and that can somewhat restrict sales. It'll just take time for the int 250 to populate. And it looks like I might soon be adding to that population.
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audiofound
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Looks like I was wrong. Pass gear is getting plenty of love here lately.
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