I haven't heard the new Pass integrated amp, so I cannot say anything in that regard.
I currently own one of the last pairs of Verity Parsifal Encore speakers manufactured, just before the Ovation's came out. I'm currently using a VAC Avatar Super integrated amp with upgraded tubes, and I'm very happy with it. I can relate to your complaint about the Mac being warm, as the VAC is a bit warm too. I've found that the VAC-Verity combo works best with silver cables.
I do prefer the VAC over any SS that I've heard, but again, I have not listened to the Pass.
Cheers,
John
I currently own one of the last pairs of Verity Parsifal Encore speakers manufactured, just before the Ovation's came out. I'm currently using a VAC Avatar Super integrated amp with upgraded tubes, and I'm very happy with it. I can relate to your complaint about the Mac being warm, as the VAC is a bit warm too. I've found that the VAC-Verity combo works best with silver cables.
I do prefer the VAC over any SS that I've heard, but again, I have not listened to the Pass.
Cheers,
John