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Best sound from lowest price Pass Labs amp?

I’m considering scaling back my bulky, but beautiful, system. Currently using Pass Labs XA60.5 mono amps with a good Cary Audio tube preamp. Speakers are fairly sensitive- about 92 db.
Based on some superlative reviews, I’m considering the smaller Pass Labs XA25 stereo amp. Would this comparatively inexpensive little beauty actually improve the sound quality?
Opinions wecome - especially from those with actual experience with these amps.


cakids
cakids OP
166 posts
 
Mark from Reno Hifi says the XA60.5s are better sonically “no Question.”
He should know.  So unless I get the opportunity to audition the XA25 in my system, I’ll stick with my monoblocks for now.
“Upgrade-itis” or change-for-the-sake-of-change is a frustrating affliction in this hobby.
oem-wheels
196 posts
 
basically, it seems like you're asking is there a cheaper amp than the XA60.5 that sounds better (?) …  doubt it
jetter
3,033 posts
 
cakids, I wish you would have an audition of the XA25 and report your results.  All things being equal I think I may have one someday.  


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