Just get a pair of 60.8s. Pass is highly unlikely to release a smaller form factor amplifier. It would require retooling the metalwork for just one model that would probably have limited appeal anyway and the tooling cost would have to be reflected in the price as well.
Need a modern Class A monoblock, preferably half or compact chassis
Anyone here know anyone that might know if something like this may be available before year end. I am currently ampless, beginning to suffer withdrawls…wishing for Pass Labs to release an XA30.8 like powered amp, split into 2/3 scale monoblocks with xs or xa or ?? designator with Balanced Input.
XA60.8 is the logical choice if nothing shows up this year, but until I pull the trigger, alien monoblocks could distract me, for instance Valvet A4.5, from getting what I truly desire.
The current XA30.8 is the dream split into a modern Pass Labs monoblock.
FW is too focused and limiting to consider.
Anyone know of this possibility on the horizion for an XA30.88
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VAC makes a pair of smaller mono amps now. 85 WPC http://www.vac-amps.com/productPages/ESSENCE80iQ.html |
Some options: Sugden A21 SE Signature. Standard rack width, height about 4 in. Depth about 12 in (as with any class A, you will need air around it. Integrated. Musical Fidelity A1 (new version) rack width, height 3 in. Integrated. Schiit Audio Aegir 2: 30W @ 8R stereo, 100W @ 8R mono. Needs a preamp (which they also make several). Compact, 9x13x3 7/8" |
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