Pass & Plinius Amps


Generally speaking, how does the sound/performance of amplifiers within these 2 lines compare? Is one better-suited
for running Totem Forests? Does one line display more tube-like traits than the other?

I have the Plinius 8200 integrated now, but am considering an upgrade to seperates.

Thanks
golfrok

Showing 1 response by joey_v

Not heard Pass, but I own the Plinius SA102. In Class A, it's amazing what kind of projection it gives the electrostats I have. It's a great amp and one that you should keep an eye out for. Audition both and decide.

THe cool thing about the Plinius is the toggle switch that allows for A/B bias for regular, background listening... and Class A bias for critical listening.

And the switch will pull in the "fuzzies" from around the vocal image inwards to a sort of dense ball of vocal focus and pull out the singer a bit more forward while distancing the drums further in the back... it's a real cool aural phenomenon when you have someone else switch the Class A bias on while you're listening in the listening chair.