The imperfect amp: Pass or Ayre?


There are two high end SS amp brands which, from a technical perspective, don’t do very well, which I am thinking of:

Ayre and Pass.

Pass has stated that even ordered distortion is euphonic. Ayre’s zero feedback, diamond circuit has a great deal of distortion compared to the very best measuring amps.

I have to admit, that like an IPA vs. a Belgian White, I have a very strong preference, but my preference is not canon. It is just how my wallet moves me. You should in no way feel like my tastes matter. Buy what makes you giddy with joy.

Would you, kind lady or gentleman, tell us if you have heard both, what did you think?? Is this to narrow? Would you throw another brand into the ring??
erik_squires
golfnutz31 posts

gdnrbob He just want to find out why people find Pass amps are so desirable.

Really, then maybe I don't understand what the following means:

erik_squires OP Whatever it is Pass fanatics rave about it grates on me.


👌 That just says it all.


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“your heart is like a diamond
you throw your pearls at swine” Stones
made me think of the Ayre Diamond circuitry....plus it’s a great song..

i don’t think Eric is a troll , but maybe has a bit of a jones for repetitive topics ...featuring Pass....


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