Used PS Audio BHK 300 monoblock or (2) new benchmark ahb2 bridged?


Would appreciate opinions - thanks in advance

listen to rock, jazz, classical at normal levels but appreciate headroom for transients

Listen to vinyl and computer-based files equally

basis 2200, transfiguration phoenix, bryston bda-3, PS audio stellar phono pre, Red Rose Revelation 1 tower speakers, 14x20 room

richardnyc

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I don't have a PS amp, but do  have the ABH2.  It has been great.  Lots of power and no distortion.  It outputs what you give it.  It also has some flexibility for going mono.  IMO, it depends on what you want - if you want the amp to color or distort the signal, then don't get the Benchmark.  There are charts and tests that show it is distortion free (below audible level) to high power output levels.  It is all about making the sound profile that you enjoy.  If I had unlimited budgets, I would build several different systems each tailored to different types of music because I think it is hard for one system to be optimal for all types of music.