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Pass Labs Int 25 vs Int 60

I'm curious if anyone has had a chance to listen to these two integrated amplifiers.

I know the Int 25 is basically the XA25 with a preamp. The Int 60 runs class A to 30 watts (and uses the same preamp) so maybe it's more closely related to the XA30.8, though I don't believe I've read that anywhere.

Anyway, I think from a power perspective both will be fine with my 90db floorstanders. My main question is which is the warmer, smoother of the two amps? Even if that means being darker and more veiled, I would want to go with that amp!

Thanks.
shahram

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andyz
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I have an INT60 which is just a fantastic integrated. I decided to get it over the INT25  because of the balanced inputs and also preamp Out and power amp Input which the INT 25 doesn’t have. I plan to play with some tube preamps to see if I prefer it. If so, I may go to separates and maybe even monoblock 60.8 amps. The INT 60 was a good launching point and will likely sell for close to what I bought it for. 
Presently I am using my INT 60 with Tannoy Yorkminster’s, Audio Note 3.1 balanced DAC running JPRiver or Tidal Hirez. Also some vinyl..
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