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High end Class D amps?

Just an observation and a question. Are there 'high end' Class D amps out there that are just as good as Class A, A/B amps? I realize that's a sensitive question to some and I mean no disrespect---but whenever I see others' hifi systems on social media, all of the amps are A or A/B. There's always Pass, McIntosh, Moon, Luxman, Accuphase, etc. Where are the Class Ds? For folks out there that want more power for less efficient speakers and can't afford the uber expensive Class As, A/Bs, what is there to choose from that's close to those brands? Thanks
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toddk31
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I have replaced a pass lab 150.5 , Bryston 14bsst and adcom 5800 that powered my 5.2 system with all class d. Not only does the change sound better but no heat problems and using less electricity. Much happier with smaller footprint an not having to move 75lb slabs makes moving things around a snap.  I have hypex n core 400 mono blocks for surrounds a EVS 1200 for mains and a  dual hypex nc502 amp  bridged for the dual subs.  A lot more juice for a lot less money that in my opinion sounds better.
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flatblackround
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Nope, meters are static at zero.
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flatblackround
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Thanks roberjerman but I’m mostly crazy.  Probably.
oldhvymec
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I like a valve preamp and Class Ds in the summer. I change to a valve power amp in the winter, spring, and fall. I still use Class D for bass duty, 365. Then an A/B for a servo sub system from, GR.. It runs pretty darn cool on all Class D. I like Nords Buffer boards. I also like Sparco 2590 pro chip.. mids are WIDE open with that op amp..and the highs won't blister your ears if your into hard domes. I'm not...

Do they sound better than my Cary V12r, NO. Man I got it sounding special..  For monitor duty, ONLY NO BASS. BUT the Class Ds, are pretty darn good.. BLACK background.. I love um..

Mac, Pass, Mark L, Ampzilla, Accuphase, I've had a few...

Class Ds are the Bomb..

Regards
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islandmandan
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I use Class D Audio for center and surround speakers. They sound great in that capacity. I have another Class D amp with upgraded power supply and two modules bridged for mains, it sounds very good, but I haven't used it for months now since my 3C24 amp came on line.

The 3C24 has much lower sensitivity than the Class D, so it's used every day now, so I don't have to adjust my pre-pro (Arcam AV-9) mains channel every time I use my HT system. It sounds great, and at 73 YOA, I figure why not use and enjoy it at all times?

Regards,
Dan
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