I just realized I had my my speaker's treble settings were maxed to high side when I used the Cary. When I auditioned the Pass XA25 I did not change them. I think this is why the ear burn was felt.
I think after reading the many well made suggestions -for which I thank each participant's contribution- I will most likely buy the XA25.
Then I will buy the Supratek Chardonnay as a preamp.
Not only do I like the 6SN7 tube, I also like the name Chardonnay.
Further I love the appearance of this piece of art. It is likely
a true fool's errand to buy something made on a continent I will likely never visit, but it seems the most musical piece $2,000 will buy.
Anyone visiting Phoenix from June on that would care to hear
my system, please get in touch.
Best,
Jeff
I think after reading the many well made suggestions -for which I thank each participant's contribution- I will most likely buy the XA25.
Then I will buy the Supratek Chardonnay as a preamp.
Not only do I like the 6SN7 tube, I also like the name Chardonnay.
Further I love the appearance of this piece of art. It is likely
a true fool's errand to buy something made on a continent I will likely never visit, but it seems the most musical piece $2,000 will buy.
Anyone visiting Phoenix from June on that would care to hear
my system, please get in touch.
Best,
Jeff