I keep reading the negative comments on class D amps here and then listen to my Devialet 1000 to Maggie 20.7 setup for flaws. I know the Devialet is a class D hybrid design..... but the system just blows away all the other amps I have tried.For 35k I would hope so. I believe that this hybrid is unique in that it doesn't require an output filter....it's kinda like a thread where people are debating if class B amps can compete with tube amps and someone chimes in that their Class AB amp sounds brilliant and they don't get why folks rag on Class B.
Class D Technology
So I get the obvious strengths of Class D. Efficiency, power output & running cool which allows for small form factors. I also understand the weaknesses somewhat. 1. Non-linear & lots of distortion that needs to be cleaned up with an output filter.
So my question is, if it weren't for efficiency & power, would there be any reason to own a Class D amp? Do they beat Class A in any other categories that count for sound quality?
So my question is, if it weren't for efficiency & power, would there be any reason to own a Class D amp? Do they beat Class A in any other categories that count for sound quality?
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