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Pass X vs XA amps sound quality in class A range
Keep in mind that when you throw your parties you won't be critically listening so these amps will play way over their class A ratings with no risk of clipping as they convert to class AB. You wiill probably be safe with a lower powered one. 
Two things about tubes
I have a Jolida integrated 502BRC and it's absolutely quiet even with my ear up to the mid and tweeter and volume at 90% with no signal. (spkrs 93 db eff.) 
Tube Basics 101: What is a rectifier tube for?
Isn't that like saying any average steering wheel will operate a car, but take it out and let's see how well the car operates? 
Here I go, shooting myself in the foot
The folks at Radio Shack looked at me like I was on glue when I went in and asked if they had any record cleaners. 
Former Jolida Owners - What did you upgrade to?
I can't add here because I just got my first Jolida (502brc), but it was intended as a stepping stone. So I am very interested in replies to this thread. Let's keep it neat the top until a few members have "chimed-in" 
Mosfet mist?
I have tried this, but it's hard to be precise with the +/- Variac sweep with the 3D glasses on as it is hard to see, plus I am mostly in the dark here. I thought I detected some smoke/mist coming from the Variac, but nothing from the speaker term... 
Audience ClairAudient Speakers
My friend has 2+2 and I heard the 16+16 at AXPONA they are very nice, but will need a sub for real full range. They have wonderful detail, I like them, but they do seem a bit expensive for what you get. 
McCormack DNA .5? Do I need more power?
It's a great amp, but I had to get rid of my Rev. A due to clipping my Maggie 1.6's Everything was fine until a low bass note was played and the speakers would make a "snap" sound. The 1.6 just sucked the juice out of that amp. Moving to a W4S ICE... 
EL34 in a 6550 amp?
I don't have it yet. It will be delivered on Tuesday. Plus I don't even know which Jolida I got it from (Shenda or Maryland). The amp was designed for 6550, but they say a KT88 can be used as well. EL34 are supposed to be smoother so I was wonderi... 
speaker level sub hookup on class D?
Thanks to all who posted. Here is an update. I spoke with E.J. at Wyred 4 Sound and he told me to use a multimeter to measure Ohms at the subs speaker level input.1. Measure from Pos to Neg on eacdh channel2. Measure from the left and right neg. t... 
Need amp suggestion for PBN Montana EPS2.
Hey, I have Montana XP that I like a lot. I am powering them with a Wyred 4 Sound 500 watt, but actually 1,000 watts since the XP have a 4 Ohm rating. Very smooth with lots of detail. I was considering an amp change, but after a while I realized I... 
Need amp suggestion for PBN Montana EPS2.
Why not try one of the amps that PBN sells. They are beasts that cost a lot, but every once in a while one comes up on the Gon (like now) the Everest is on sale since 11/29 at a good deal. I am not the seller. 
Bel Canto Ref 1000MK2 or Wyred SX1000MK2
I remember the TAS review of the 2 amps. In between the lines it seemed to say they both were the same, but we all know the saying "Don't bite the hand that feeds you." 
Amp suggestions please...need some power
Cambridge Audio 840W 
Best Amplification for B&W 802D
Oh, it's easy! Get a Wyred 4 Sound Multi Channel amp.No heat, lots of power to drive all speakers and great sound all in your budget.