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FirstWatt J2 on its way
Congrats... interested in your opinion! 
Pass XA25 or Pass XA 30.8
Reno HiFi has demo units in both models, according to the website 
Pass XA25 or Pass XA 30.8
bobheinatz-I bought my XA-25 after scouring the audio reviews. I wanted to buy an amp that would satisfy the upgrade itch for sometime. I came to the conclusion that Nelson Pass was the audiophile version of Moses, and his amplifiers were like com... 
Pass Labs AMP’s- What is the best Pass Amp Sound for You from past 10 years
After communicating with Nelson Pass and Sean Casey, I decided to buy the XA25, because it was more versatile. I was very close to buying the J2. I have a pair of Omen's with the 08 Druid drivers. I'm in the break-in period, or maybe we should cal... 
Anyone heard Schiit's Aegir?
After initiating this thread by inquiring about the Aegir’s. I spent a lot of time reading about the various class A amps like First Watt F7, First Watt J2 and Pass Labs XA 25. After much consternation, I decided to belly up to the bar and pop for... 
Good amp pairing for Zu Dirty Weekend?
First Watt J2, First Watt F7 or a Pass Labs XA25 have all been mentioned in discussions I have had with Sean Casey at Zu Audio and Nelson Pass via email.  Reno HiFi has Demo models discounted. I have a Pass Labs XA25 on the way. 
High value, giant killer speakers?
Magnepan LRS 1+Wouldn’t the Dirty Weekend speaker fro Zu Audio fit the bill? 
First Watt J2 or F7 for my Omens
I appreciate the input.  
First Watt J2 or F7 for my Omens
That is very reassuring. I like the fact that the 4 ohm rating goes up as apposed to down, compared to the J2;  should I ever try to mate it with a 4 ohm speaker. I also forgot to mention I plan on paring it with a Audio Research LS3.  This first ... 
Hi-Fi Lo-Fi
I agree with n80After the divorce and in my 50's, I became interested in Hifi again. In the beginning I bought some entry level gear, PSB speakers, NAD c326bee etc. Didn't have a lot of cash in the beginning. (Child support and my sons tournament ... 
Looking for A Cost Effective Phono Amp- Any suggestions?"
I agree with the MF guy. Not sure about the sound of some of their amps, but their entry level DACs and phono stages are good. Audio Advisor, Music Direct and Upscale Audio have several models on sale under 1K.Musical Surroundings Nova Phonomena. ... 
Suggestions for low powered tube amps for Zu Omens
My Audio Research LS3 and the STA 200 really sound good together and I have you to thank for that selection.(STA -200) The only issue is gain, but there is a resistor/capacitor fix offered by Audio Research. However the 18 db of gain and 2v output... 
Suggestions for low powered tube amps for Zu Omens
For another $1500.00 
Suggestions for low powered tube amps for Zu Omens
I was trying to keep it under 1500.00. The Decware SE 34I.5 seems somewhat compelling. 6 watts and if you like the sound you can convert to 2-12 watt monos. 
Suggestions for low powered tube amps for Zu Omens
Bob...It’s going to take a little more digging to find out how much a kit costs.. but watching the video on the Atma Sphere’s website is cool. Thanks