Pass Labs Aleph 3 vs Antique Sound Lab AQ1001 DT

Just wondering which ones you liked better if you've compared or owned both. Thanks!

robm32102-21-2009 9:56pm

dwhitt Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 347 posts 02-22-2009 at 08:47pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete both are very good, pass more reliable period
audiofeil Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 4,011 posts 02-22-2009 at 10:44pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Haven't heard them side by side but one thing is for sure, the Pass will be working a month from now. Dealer disclaimer
robm321 OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 932 posts 02-24-2009 at 12:08am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete LOL - I've had good luck with the AQ1001DT so far but issues with others in the past. I'm using them with with the Von Schweikert VR4jrs. After comparing which I wasn't sure I'd get a chance to do, I like the Aleph 3... I just might need to use a bi-amp set up to get enough juice to tighten things up since it's 30 watts and the AQ1001DT is 50 watts. The ASL sounded very good - upgraded input tubes with black plates. It sounded a bit bright and thin, pushed the midrange back a little. The Aleph 3 was like butter with the VR4jrs. It sounded smooth and the midrange was brought forward. Seemed to have synergy Thanks for the answers. More opinions welcome if you've heard both.. even if not side by side