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PASS LABS XP20 or MODWRIGHT LS 36.5 DM

Hi there everyone. I am new to Agon and a new audiophile as well.

I am using modwright LS 36.5 Dual Mono Preamp w separate power supply with pass labs xa 100 monoblocks driving my dynaudio temptation w transparent ultra / cardas GR cables.

I am considering the pass labs xp20 preamp due to its accuracy , detail , speed and resolution based on reviews. I also like the warm tube texture of my MW. I havent tried the xp20 coz pass labs products are by order to my country.

This may not be an upgrade based on price but im expecting a good synergy for the pass xp20 to my xa 100.

Is it worth it ? Has anyone have tried these two preamp w d pass xa 100 ?

Thank you very much in advance to your thoughts and comments for this.
dreamauduio
dreamauduio OP
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my sincere thanks peterayer
danielk141
488 posts
 
Dreamauduio,

I'm using a Pass XP-20 with a Rowland 625 in my system right now. My source is an Electrocompaniet EMC-1Up, my speakers are Avalon Avatar.
I know the XP-30 is supposed to be better than the XP-20,
I'm so happy right now I'm in no hurry to move up to the XP-30........
timlub
1,649 posts
 
I recently recommended this preamp to another Agoner in a private email... Its not everyones cup of tea, but seems to answer what you are looking for.. The reviews are outstanding and all say this pre bridges the gap between ss & tubes, they also say is world class.. I hope this helps, Tim
Spread Spectrum Technologies... Ambrosia. I believe there is one listed on Agon now (not mine, nor do I know the seller)
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