Far from an ideal power/performance match, not advisable.
I also like the Harbeth + Hegel sonic synergy
Pass Labs INT-25 Integrated amp paired with Harbeth 30.2 XD speakers
Has anyone heard them paired together? I own the Harbeth 30.2 XD's and want to keep them. I'm seriously thinking about purchasing the INT-25 but I'm wondering if it can drive the 85db Harbeth's. My current set up is in a smaller bedroom with nearfield listening. Any thoughts are appreciated whether with personal experience with combo or not. Thanks!
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@philsons sorry for the delay because my answer seems somewhat embarrassing. At audio shows and stores, I demoed many components focusing on a full range floorstander for first system and a very high efficiency speaker for my foray into tube magic including flea watt SET amps. But after hearing the Harbeth 30.2XD on several occasions, I loved the musical sound that I’m trying to find a reason and use to justify a 3rd Hegel+Harbeth system. I know I’ve heard Hegel electronics. Not sure if Hegel electronics were used with the Harbeths |
1st) Linear/neutral - Constellation Inspiration Pre+Stereo>Vimberg MinoD 2nd) Flea watt - Coincident M300B Frankenstein mkII>Volti Rival I’d also love to get one of the best "musical" speaker I’ve demoed, a DeVore Orangutan O/96 matched with a Leben CS600. If I move to a house with a large shared space like a family room, likely the excellent omni speakers MBL 126/120, amplification maybe the MBL C51/N51. Very grateful for the used market which makes a lot of excellent audio components affordable aka reachable. Interesting, that for the same song, each amp+speaker combo will have a different presentation. There’s also panel (ribbon, electrostatic, cone) and full horns |