Pass amps tend toward the warmer, rounder end of the spectrum so may not suit if you're a fast-transient, detail fan.
Need highly transparent detailed amp---how does Pass XA25 compare to Gamut D100/D200 MKIII
Giving up on the SET amps. I don't want to replace another expensive tube and the heat from 805 tubes is a warm weather deal breaker. Considering the Pass XA25 but maybe the Gamut and its higher power rating would be a better option and allow a greater range of speakers to be used. Can anyone comment on how the Gamuts compare to the XA25 in terms of detail retrieval and transparency (and any sonic differences). Many thanks!
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lcherepkai OP "If" the internal layout and neatness are anything to go by, give me the Pass XA25 every time. Pass XA25 https://6moons.com/audioreviews2/passlabs3/open_big.jpg Gamut D200 MkIII (sorry but it looks like a hobbyist assembled this) https://img.usaudiomart.com/uploads/large/1012591-gamut-d200-mk3-stereo-amplifier.jpg Cheers George |
I’d think the Gamut would be a little more detailed and neutral of the two, and the Pass will probably throw as much heat as a SET amp. A couple other off-the-radar possibilities might be a Valvet E2se or a D-Sonic M3a-800S, both very different but excellent amps if you read the reviews. I think D-Sonic offers a three-week trial period and costs less than $1500 new so what the heck? Ok, you can commence laughing now. Anyway, best of luck in your quest. |
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