Pass Labs xa - .5 amps


Has anyone compared the new Pass XA-30.5 stereo amp to the XA-60.5 mono amps? Interested to hear your impressions. I am considering one (or two) these for use with my ML Vantage speakers. Thanks.

Bob R.
rmrobinson1957
Soren,
50 ohms is great. What brand and how long are your ic's to the Pass? Is the needle on the Pass moving when you are experiencing the flab? My 30.5 had more articulate bass on my Maggie 3.6 than my previous McIntosh 1000 watt monoblocks (as long as the needle wasn't moving). Going to Pass's 100.5 was a noticable improvement in bass. I haven't heard the 60.5. Twice the power would only give you 3db more loudness BUT that plus each channel having its own power supply would give your more control. Maybe not enough for your taste or speakers.

XA power is expensive. Have you thought of trying one of the X.5 series?
Hi, could someone please describe the sound of the XA30.5?
I heard it recently, and was wondering if my impressions were close to what you are hearing.
Thanks.
06-02-09: Chashas1
Hi, could someone please describe the sound of the XA30.5?

Tonally balanced from top to bottom. Bass in proportion, and with excellent definition. Grain-free midrange and treble. No glare. Clarity of a tube amp (unique among solid state amps I have owned).