I am using the Pass Labs XA-60.8 amps with the Pass Labs XP-22 preamp in balanced mode and I can only say the musical presentation is outstanding in every way. It is very musical and not in the least anemic or lifeless. I have not heard any other Pass Labs preamps, but what I am hearing now is the best I have ever had in my system.
What tube pre-amps pair well with Pass amps?
Does anyone have experience with this? I'm running Focal Sopra No. 2s and I understand the Focal's pair nicely with Pass amps. Any tube pre-amps you'd recommend for consideration? I like the classical rock, but am gravitating more to jazz, classical and vocals. I just want to try something new. Thanks.
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Pass Labs whether due to technological or marketing reasons promotes their “super symmetry” as a selling point. This might be best used in balanced mode. Some of the Pass Labs amps have a somewhat low input impedance. If wanting to use tubes, I suggest considering the Atmasphere and Sonic Frontiers pres.@unsound If you're curious, here's an article where Nelson explains what the term actually means... https://www.passdiy.com/project/articles/super-symmetric-amplification |
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