Need highly transparent detailed amp---how does Pass XA25 compare to Gamut D100/D200 MKIII

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. 

I've owned the Xa-25 for 3 years now and love it still. 
Super quick, quiet, micro detail (class A to 50 W) and as dynamic as all get-out.  Cable swaps are easily heard - nothing in the way.  Plenty of power with 90 dB, 6 Ohm speakers.  I'll bet Tektons would blow the roof off!

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spectral
krell
levinson/madrigal/proceed
aragon

get your cotton balls ready

Underwood HiFi is supposed to be releasing their Voyager GaN amp around now. They might still be offering a trade policy. I would definitely pursue it