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Can a Pass Labs XA160.5 Drive a Set Of Thiel CS7.2

I have a pass Labs X600 which is being used to drive a set of Thiel CS7.2's. I'm considering upgrading my amp to either a Pass Labs X600.5 or a Pass Labs XA160.5. Everyone seem to love the XA160.5's. However, I'm concerned that the XA1605.5's won't have enough current to drive the big Thiels. I've had Threshold T400's and Pass Labs X350 paired with the Thiels in the past and I was unsatisfied with the dynamics.
thresholdman
unsound
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Go with the X600.5.
mechans
3,048 posts
 
Sounds like you enjoy the power of power amps thus I hafta agree with Unsound. The Class A amp would likely give you something different on thaural palate, perhaps richer tone, but the loss of driving power would prolly bother you in the end. There is always a sure way to find out. Make friends with a good Pass dealer and try the two amps in your system.
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jafant
19,733 posts
 
Second,

X600.5

Happy Listening!
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czbbcl
1,752 posts
 
Mark at Reno Hi-Fi will give you good direction here. I would talk to him. He offers free in home trials; just pay shipping back and forth if you decide to send them back. You can try the XA160.5 and if not what you are looking for move on to the X600.5's ...

Chuck
thresholdman OP
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I know Mark well and have purchased a lot of Pass Labs gear from him. I would love to be able to do an in house trial. However, shipping the amps to Ohio is expensive and risky.
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