I currently own a XP 10 and had an X1 in system for extended period of time. Buy the XP 10 it is a much better pre-amp. The XP 10 has a way lower noise floor, it has better highs, the mid-range is much more smooth, and the Bass is tighter deeper and way faster. The XP 10 is way more transparent in my system. I was going to buy a refurb X1 from Reno HiFi for a lot less money than a XP 10 but I was able to try both pre amps at the same time. The X1 barrowed from a friend and trial on a XP 10 from Reno Hifi and it was very apparent which one was better. I bought the XP-10. I will upgrade to the XP-20 in the next year.
Pass Labs X1 vs. XP-10
I am looking to get one of these to go with my First Watt F5. Curious if anyone has heard both and cares to render thoughts on the two compared to each other. I have heard the X1 is more transparent, the XP more smooth and rich. Is this accurate? Is the X1 more detailed?
I have read the posts on this forum and can't find much to compare these two.
I have read the posts on this forum and can't find much to compare these two.