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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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stef06
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I've auditioned and compared the two models at home. There is a huge difference IMHO. 
To resume both have a great definition and quite same sounding in the high but with the INT60 you will have much deeper and more define bass and a wider soundstage. 
I've also found the Int25 a little bit "agressive" when you turn up the volume. I've always preferred to keep it under 30. 
This could be explained by its limitations in the bass register. 
I've kept the INT60 for these reasons. 

Gear: AvantGarde Uno Xd, Audiomat Maestro 3 Réf, Esprit Structura loudspeaker cables, D4 XLR ZenWave Audio, Pass Labs INT-60

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