Ayre ex-8 2.0 vs Bel Canto e1x


I am on the market looking for an integrated with streaming (Roon ready) capabilities for a 2nd set-up. I ended up with the Ayre ex-8 and the Bel Canto e1x on the shortlist.

Both are in the same price range and with similar features, although I feel reluctant to move to a class D amp (more based on feelings than on facts).

If anyone ever demoed both amps, please feel free to advise.

Thanks
filorus

Class D is the future. I am moving away from tubes (X200) to the REF501S by Bel Canto.

I also have a GaN D Class arriving this week for audiotions.

 

 

Could be... I wish I could demo the Bel Canto e1x... but no dealer nearby has it on demo.

@jerryg123 — I’d be very interested in your impressions of the BC and Mini GaN amps.