Elberoth2,
Are you using the AR Ref 110 or the Pass X-350.5 now? I have not heard the AR amps, but listened to the AR Ref 3 at my dealer's. Different perspective from my Ayre K-1xe, which is more dynamic and detailed and has better base, though the Ref 3 threw a larger soundstage. Also listened to the Ayre KXR, which is the best preamp I've heard to date.
I have not had the same experience as you had with the Lamm M 1.2s. They really sing for me, but I have always preferred the sound of class A amps. I always liked Pass's class A amps as well.
Are you using the AR Ref 110 or the Pass X-350.5 now? I have not heard the AR amps, but listened to the AR Ref 3 at my dealer's. Different perspective from my Ayre K-1xe, which is more dynamic and detailed and has better base, though the Ref 3 threw a larger soundstage. Also listened to the Ayre KXR, which is the best preamp I've heard to date.
I have not had the same experience as you had with the Lamm M 1.2s. They really sing for me, but I have always preferred the sound of class A amps. I always liked Pass's class A amps as well.