Short List of Amps I prefer over the Pass Labs XA25 or INT 25


I am anxious to see what comes.

If your response includes the word "But" please restrain yourself.
chorus
Hello chorus,
     Pass Labs admittedly and intentionally adds some even order harmonic distortion to all their amp designs.   This is commonly known to be perceived by humans as a euphonic overall sound quality similar to tube amps, which many devoted Pass fans and others desire and enjoy.  
     There are many other amp designers of amps in this expensive price range who restrain themselves from doing this for the sake of accuracy.

Your choice,
Tim 
My local dealer agrees with noble 1002 with the exception of the Xa-25.  He says it sounds like no other Pass amp.  It's totally neutral.  I agree.  If you haven't heard one please don't pass on disinformation like the above.