Amps in the same class as Pass XA.5 series

I've read a lot of posts saying that the Pass XA.5 is the best amp the poster has heard. What are some other amps that are in the same league?

tomcy607-09-2010 4:51pm

tomcy6 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,368 posts 07-09-2010 at 09:42pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thanks for the reply Mechans. It's all subjective in this hobby isn't it? I don't get the oportunity to hear a wide variety of gear so I'd just like to get some names to consider.
tomcy6 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,368 posts 07-10-2010 at 05:36pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Thanks for the replies everyone. There is some diversity of opinion but as usual some strong opinions about Pass XA.5 amps. Class D amps are gaining some supporters too. Is there something fundamentally different about class A amps or can a class A/B amp provide that warm, effortless musicality?