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| Pass Labs xa - .5 amps Chashas1, not to beat this to death, but what speakers were you using? I'd like to know for future reference.FWIW, I thought the Pass XONO phono was boring, and I've thought the Pass Labs rooms at CES were also fairly bland.I've found pairing my X... | |
| Pass Labs xa - .5 amps Chashas1, what were the speakers and preamp used in the XA-30.5 system?Would you describe what aspects of the sound didn't cut it for you? | |
| Cartridge Recommendation - Technics, Heed Quasar I use the same analog front end.Find a used Dynavector XX2 MK II, and you will be very happy. New Micro Benz Ace Medium or Low would also be good, as would a new Audio Technica AT150Mlx.However, I'd look for the used Dyna. Well worth the extra cost. | |
| Pass Labs xa - .5 amps 06-02-09: Chashas1Hi, 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... | |
| What is Good Value Starter Amp in the 100-200wpc McCormack DNA-1 | |
| Pass Labs xa - .5 amps 50 ohms should produce excellent bass on the XA-30.5. | |
| I Just Don't Hear It - I wish I did Nope | |
| I Just Don't Hear It - I wish I did 06-01-09: Douglas_schroederIt appears that the stands raise the speaker about 6"? If so, that likely accounts for the majority of the difference in sonics.I was thinking the same thing after reading Dopogue's post. | |
| SLP-05, REF3, LS26, Mac C2300 In my system, the ARC REF3 was easily bettered by a Lamm L2 Reference. The comparison wasn't close. I sold the ARC within a week. The ARC was purchased used. It was less than one year old, and it had 650 hours on it. The amps were Pass Labs XA-60.... | |
| Pass Labs xa - .5 amps It's possible the output impedance of the Accuphase C-275 is too high for the XA-.5 series. This would possibly cause less than optimal bass performance from the Pass Labs amplifier. I couldn't find an impedance spec on the web for the C-275, howe... | |
| Pass Labs xa - .5 amps The Pass Labs XA-30.5 and XA-60.5 don't display the shortcomings in my system that you describe, and since I'm not familiar with your system, room or listening preferences, I can't offer an alternative based on experience.Just for something to res... | |
| Pass Labs xa - .5 amps I have used both the XA-30.5 and XA-60.5 on my 93dB/8 ohm speakers, and there is not an appreciable difference in sound between the two amps in my system. The XA-60.5 just play louder.If the XA-30.5 aren't creating the sound you're after, I don't ... | |
| VAC's Phi Alpha 160 mono amp As Jaybo said, overkill.Find a VAC amp with ultriode mode, and you'll experience a more three dimensional image than the ultralinear mode provided on the Alpha 160.Also consider Atma-Sphere M-60 or MA-1.IMO. | |
| Quality speakers that don't need tons of power Reference 3A Grand VeenaSonist Concerto 3 | |
| Moscode 401au I owned a 401HR, and used it to drive Von Schweikert VR4 Gen III HSE. Moscode and Von Schweikert speakers are an excellent match. Perhaps the best amp/speaker match I have had in my system.I have not heard the new 402Au. |