I own the V-1x & upgraded to it through the V-5x & V-3. Never owned Plinius separates but had the 8200 integrated for a few weeks. It's not a fair comparison but it couldn't keep up with either the Pass or Ayre gear I had right before & after.
One thing for your consideration is Ayre stands behind their gear a full 100%.
Also, the fellow I bought the V-1x from had a GNSC modded ARC preamp & it mated wonderfully. I'm using a passive now but an active is in my future, the short list being a GNSC ARC, Supratek, BAT and Ayre preamps.
One thing for your consideration is Ayre stands behind their gear a full 100%.
Also, the fellow I bought the V-1x from had a GNSC modded ARC preamp & it mated wonderfully. I'm using a passive now but an active is in my future, the short list being a GNSC ARC, Supratek, BAT and Ayre preamps.