brianbiehs
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| Jerry Garcia’s McIntosh amp MC-2300 | |
| Super integrated vs equivalent +$$ for new main system The M30.2 has a an impedance curve that is nearly identical to the speakers I own, the Shl5+. In my experience, they don't need a ton of watts to sound good. I drive them with a low watt class A integrated and they sound amazing. The only limitati... | |
| Pass Labs vs. Sugden I have the Pass Int-25 and it's a fantastic amp. At 51 lbs. it's no lightweight but I imagine it's infinitely more manageable than the Int-60 or 250. It's no lightweight in price either, especially compared to Sugden. However, this little amp goes... | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? @atmasphere @twoleftears I purchased the Pass based on the measurements given by stereophile as well as reports of folks achieving great sound with lower power tube amps driving the Shl5. So far so good. With the volume halfway, the sound at my ch... | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? The "transition" for my lack of a better term for class A to B operation is really interesting. Certainly, the class A watts do not "go away" but get "added to" as more power is needed. Curious how the output device can operate in both modes. Am I... | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? Again, it's a matter preference. I'm hoping the higher power amp (15W Class A before switching) shares some of the sonic character of the current amp. Chalk and cheese or cheddar and brie. I think I will try. | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? Your comments are taken to heart. Many folks swear by the difference that power makes. My initial question which is perhaps somewhat naive is whether all that power acts in a way to control the drivers at medium to low listening levels. It’s just ... | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? My 3 year old and 6 year old. | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? I hadn’t thought of TWO amps! | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? And again, thanks for all the comments and suggestions. I'm seeing that the journey is part of the fun. | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? All,As MC stated, it's coming down to personal preference.I really like the sound of the Harbeth/Pass combination. I realize it's not everyone's cup of tea and I do have limited experience. However, I can listen for hours on this system while foll... | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? It’s an experiment that I want to try. Also, just using my ears to Identify acceptable listening levels at my chair. Could save the strain on my amp as well as my wallet! | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? Much to sort through here. I thought the thread might die after a few posts but the community here really came through. Thanks all. | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? Great questions and comments.Do the Harbeths sound strained at your normal listening position at high volume levels? This is a test I need to critically evaluate. What is the volume level setting when you crank it up and notice the strain?Definite... | |
| More power for moderate listening levels? I agree that auditioning is the only way to go to see if one amp is better sounding than the other. Just curious about the effect of power at lower volumes.At high volume I think the amp is staining because horns and cymbals are becoming harsh and... |