Whest and Pass are both really good SS. If you do a comparison you may pm me to try out the AudioSpecials Phonolab; it too is solid state and very low noise. Since I am a dealer for them I wont elaborate on subjective sq. If you read the German reviews tests show that you will not find much quieter at any price.
*if* the budget could stretch and *if* tube gear is acceptable to you then the Emia and the CS Port are both super awesome...
*if* the budget could stretch and *if* tube gear is acceptable to you then the Emia and the CS Port are both super awesome...