wyred4sound amps


I am interested in these amps, there are good reviews online but I was wondering what audiogon members thought of these amps. I have not had a chance to hear one yet. Also interested in the bel canto digital amps, thanks
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4musica44107,
Although you really have to hear the amps for yourself, here is what I think:
I have owned or own the following class D amps.
Bel Canto (one of the original), Audio Zone 2, Channel Island D-200, Wyred 4 Sound SX-1000.
Auditioned the following: Rowland, PS Audio, and Pass Lab AX Series.
I ended up liking the Wyred 4 Sound SX-1000, and felt it was the best bang for my buck. I would love to own one of the Pass Lab AX Series…but can’t afford them.
I hope this helps…
Wyred 4 Sound makes excellent class D amps for their cost. They compete with other class D amplifiers that cost 2 to 3 times as much. A lot of band for the buck. One would have to spend a fortune to purchase a better class D amp.
Mapman,
Correct, class "D" amps do have a long break in time. Sometimes 500 hours or more. But worth the wait.
My W4S SX-1000 monoblocks are driving my Magnepan 1.6 speakers. The sound is unbelievable. Very detailed in all areas and bass to die for.
Sometimes the world amazes me…
I believe I was the first one in this thread that made mention and said I found the Pass Lab AX Series to be superior to the W4S monoblocks but out of my price range.
BTW; the Channel Island D-200 is no slouch either compared to the W4S monoblocks if we compare similar watts per channel.