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New Aragon 8008 or Pass Labs XA25 ??

I have noted that the Aragon 8008 and Pass Labs XA25 amps retail for about the same amount new.   Different amps with, I'm sure, different characteristics.   I'd be interested in thoughts regarding either (academically or actual experience)  paired with Tekton Lore speakers.  

Thanks!
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mesch
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As I understand it your Tekton speakers are relatively easy to drive. 

Not to short the Aragon 8008, however the Pass will provide higher quality watts, however fewer of them. Do you really need a 200wpc amplifier?

I am very much interested in the XA25 myself.
mesch
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I am considering the PassXA25 as  replacement for my BEL 1001Mk5 when I need to replace it. I am in no hurry however, as the BEL is wonderful and I am upgrading my system from the source downstream to speakers. My BEL was made in 2007, so 13 years old. 
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