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| Pass Labs A/B amps vs Class A amp and Actual Power Unsound, the Stereophile review is archived on the Pass website. I think the new website was down this AM, but I found it on the old page. Perhaps your question is more technical than my knowledge goes. Nelson frequents several forums, seems to en... | |
| Pass Labs A/B amps vs Class A amp and Actual Power Unsound, there are detailed measurements in the review by Stereophile and further explanation in the Soundstage review. The Stereophile measurements on the XA30.5 estimate a maximum 150 watts into 8 ohms, and 200 watts into 4 ohms after converting... | |
| Pass Labs A/B amps vs Class A amp and Actual Power Let's be clear. The XA.5 doubles its Class A power. The XA100.5 would provide 200 beautiful class A watts before going class AB. This is indicated in the specs on the Pass website. The older XA series kept the output fixed at lower impedences. | |
| Pass Labs A/B amps vs Class A amp and Actual Power There is a big difference in the sound of 'Class A' between the XA.5 and the X.5. They are entirely different amps despite their similar cosmetics.Buy the X.5 because it is a good deal and a value component. Don't buy it because you think the Clas... | |
| Pass Labs A/B amps vs Class A amp and Actual Power It is difficult to know whether the X350.5 or the XA60.5 would be better for you. It depends upon the size of your room, the music you like, and the loudness level. For example, classical music requires alot of power to avoid becoming congested an... | |
| I think I've made up my mind As I said before, the Thiel's are great speakers. If you value soundstage, timbral accuracy, overall clarity, and value, then this is definitely a top choice.If you have the opportunity to listen to the Avalon Indra before your purchase, that woul... | |
| Any better DAC then dCS Scarlatti? Wflm, That is a small room. The Indra may be the largest speaker that will work. Even though the Time footprint is not much different, it will behave sonically as a much larger speaker. If the bass is not properly controlled, the Time may be less ... | |
| New Eggleston Savoys ? The Spectron amp/Joule preamp combination has many advocates. I have not heard it. The Spectron is class D, and will run cool. The Pass certainly will get quite warm. What is your budget for the amp and preamp? | |
| Any better DAC then dCS Scarlatti? Wflm, Based on your list, you should definitely start with the new speakers. Seeing where you are at, there is no way you would be disappointed. The Indra to the Time will be such a tremendous leap.The Spectral may be a very good match, but don't ... | |
| New Eggleston Savoys ? FWIW, the Savoy is going to require some real power. Think Pass X600.5. I think this will have 900 watts into 4 ohms.As a contrasting opinion to Kurt, (whose opinion I think is typically very helpful), getting rid of the Nordost Valhallas was one ... | |
| Classical Music: A How-To Guide for Beginners Tchaikovsky. Symphony #5. Vienna Philharmonic. Gergiev. Philips.This must have been quite a performance to attend. Gergiev and the VPO play with searing intensity. Gergiev here is guest conductor, and his interpretations generally run from hot to ... | |
| Any better DAC then dCS Scarlatti? I would suggest that the Wadia 922/931 with modifications from Great Northern Sound belongs towards the top of the list. It has taken me over a year to begin to appreciate what the Wadia DAC does, and I remain amazed. For me, the Wadia is such an ... | |
| Classical Music: A How-To Guide for Beginners Mahler. Complete Recordings on Deutsche Grammophone. Bernstein. Volumes I and II.This is an overwhelming set. In college, I saw Mahler 2 in Cleveland, and I was overwhelmed. No one told me classical music could sound like this. Mahler was an absol... | |
| A short review of Avalon TIME speakers Good review. Sounds like you respect them, but don't love them. I know what you mean. It took some experimentation and tweaking until I fell in love with my Avalon speakers. Always respected them and got a great sound. Now, they make beautiful mus... | |
| Good upgrade from Levinson 33H's Keep the Levinsons.Add a Tripoint Troy.There is nothing wrong with your system. In fact, you have a great system. You just need to unlock its full capabilities. The Troy redefines what solid state can do. For me, it has become essential. |