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Need Amplifier Recommendations

I am thinking of replacing my beloved Pass X-150. We recently moved to a home that requires that our two channel system be set up in a fairly large room (20x40) with high ceilings (13-15 ft.). While the accoustics are decent, I think the size of the room may be a bit much for my speakers and amps. Since moving, I am missing a lot of the soundstaging and imaging that the Virgos are known for. Also, the bass has lost some of its focus. Thus, I am thinking of replacing the X-150 with either a Pass X-250 or a BAT VK-250 and would be interested in your thoughts. I am not interested in going to tubes. Also, has anyone heard the Moon W-5 with the Virgos and, if so, what are your thoughts.

My current system is:

AP Virgo II (May upgrade to Avanti III);
Wadia 850 (modified by Great Northern Sound);
Sony SACD player; and
the Pass X-150.

All cabling is Synergistic Research Resolution Reference, X Series (great cable). Thank you in advance for your thoughts.

Terry Davis
tdavism3
cytocycle
1,043 posts
 
Remember doubling watts only yeilds a 3dB increase so if you are going to upgrade go to the Pass X-350 and then add a subwoofer so you can move the subwoofer to an accoustically correct or better location!
danvetc
527 posts
 
Good advice above. Big room means a whole new ballgame as to room interaction. Does She Who Must Be Obeyed allow for experimentation of speaker placement along short vs. long wall? If so, this might bring you some desired effect. This size room cries for a sub!

Also, have you ever listened in near field conditions in this room? You have the opporunity to hear what your system sounds like sans room interaction, (well, as close as you can get.)

Charlie
elevick
2,636 posts
 
Personally, I don't think 1 sub will cut it. You should get a pair! I was told by Janis Audio (sub manufacturer) that by crossing over a system at 100hz will effectively quadruple the power to your mains if using powered subs.
I would think that you should try adding subs to your system which you already like to see if that does the trick.

If you can't borrow 2, buy 2 at circuit city and then return them within 30 days.
tdavism3 OP
46 posts
 
Thanks for the advice. I have played around with speaker placement and have listened in a near field arrangement as well. The sub idea may be a good idea. I think I know where I can get an AP sub at a decent price. In any event, I also am interested in thoughts on the BAT VK-250 vs. the X-250 with the Virgos.

Thanks again.
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