Wyred 4 Sound STP Special Edition Vs. Pass X-1

I love tubes, but I can't find any quiet enough for me in a preamp. Tubes do have their virtues and I can see why many like them in the preamps. I would never say they were a bad thing.

Tzh- I noticed you have your X-1 for sale. What gives?

Srwooten,

I would like to hear your thoughts on the Aesthetix Calypso preamp when you get the chance. I have briefly compared it side by side with a Pass XP10 at the local dealer. IMO, the Calypso had a deeper soundstage with exceptionally pleasing tonality, but the Pass created more of the "you are in the room presence" specially on female vocal tracks. I am zeroing on these 2 units and might schedule an in home demo shortly.

Will do Vinw.

I decided not to sell it. At first, I missed the bloom from the C220. After a couple of days, there was no turning back. I really like the X1. To me it is much more resolving than any tube preamps I have owned. I like the tubes better in the amp. After the X1 warmed up I was really happy and do not plan to sell anytime soon. The first day I posted it, a guy wanted it right away and offered me what I was asking. A dealer told me he would also give me what I paid for it, no questions. It got me thinking and now I know why.