better also listen to the top end Ayre
are you wedded to SS or maybe ready for an ARC Ref??
are you wedded to SS or maybe ready for an ARC Ref??
Pass Labs XP-30 vs Krell Evo 202
Teajay gives an impression of the Pass XP 30 that is quite the contrast to lancelock and Erik. Different ears and most likely different audio systems. In reality the Linear Tube Audio preamplifier could be as good (or better) sounding despite its much lower cost. You really do have to listen to audio components to form an opinion regarding their sonic merits. Concerning the Pass XP 30 some will find it to sound astonishing and moved to tears. Others such as Erik will find it less than tears evoking. Charles |
cadence151 I would just stick with what you've got, especially the amp as these speakers need that kind of drive . http://cdn.stereophile.com/images/archivesart/C72fig1.jpg You could for a trial period try the Schiit Freya preamp it's a 3 in one balanced or single ended output, with a very good volume control, can be passive, active tube, or active solid state, with the Krells "Input Impedance 100 kohms, a great match with all three modes. At $699 it's a steal and you can return it if not happy. http://schiit.com/products/freya Cheers George |