Rowland 112 amp. vs. Pass X150

First let me state that I am a Pass dealer. I have had the opportunity in the last few years to take in some Rowland gear on trade for Pass gear and I must say that it is very good equipment. My experience has been that both of the brands are as good as you can get. I personally like the Pass sound a touch better but how much of that has to do with my being so used to the sound is hard to say. You have to realize that I have the X 600's, the X 350, X 250, and X 150 in the showroom. I am listening to the X 150 right now and I don't personally believe that there is a better amp at that price anywhere. I find the Pass a touch more transparent with still lots of delicacy and bloom. Some people might consider the Rowland a touch more laid back.
If you decide on a X 150 it is about time a turn my demo.
Good Luck!

I havent heard the Rowland 112 amp,but I think is beautifuly made.I own a Pass X-150,and I am very happy:Extremely musical,detailed and sweet!(with Siltech cables,of course)

Good luck!

I have used a Pass X-150 with ProAc 2.5s for the past year with great results. It is a fine match indeed. I currently have a tube amp in the system, but I still have the Pass, I just like to trade off with the tube amp.

Have not heard the ProAcs with Rowland, but it's on my short list of things I would like to try.

I have to agree with the rest of the group, I own Thiel 2.3's and Pass x-150 and x-1. Please do listen to both.