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Suggestions for preamp compatible with Pass X250?

Recently bought a used Pass X250. Seems like it needs a pre with higher gain to me. I'm thinking something with a phono stage with low output moving coil capability would be optimum and eliminate a box. Tubes or solid state, so far considering Audible Illusions, BAT.

Any other suggestions?? Would like to keep it under $2000 used
mickeyf
fatcataudio
106 posts
 
Stay with Pass preamps.....you could always get an X2.5 or even an X1 then get an outboard phono form someone else when ready.
jeffjazz
95 posts
 
Suggest going for a tubed preamp, but make sure it can drive the low impedance of the Pass Amp. I have a X150 amp and have run it with a Supratek and a Modwright. The modwright gain is a little high meaning that you can turn the volume up too much with efficient speakers. Not a problem for me since I have inefficient Eminent tech speakers. I am selling the Modwright, but I may keep it and sell the Supratek. Both great preamps that do different things better. The original X series Pass amps need a little warmth on the preamp. It think the Pass preamp would not give it to you.
jallen
502 posts
 
Why deviate from Pass, they get so much right with both pre and amps, there is little reason to to take a chance on another. You will only be able to go sideways or back....Jeff
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