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Pass x250.5 or Bryston 14Bsst² ?

Does anyone have experience with both the Pass x.5 series and the Bryston sst² series? If so, which would you recommend? I think I've narrowed my choices down to these 2 amps, though I can't decide between the two. I have heard both, but not for a long enough audition to really make a decision.

Speakers are Von Schweikert Unifield 3
skootb
kzhtoo
222 posts
 
I've had Bryston 4BSST2 and now own Pass XA30.5. Pass is at another level in terms of sonic quality. 4BSST2 may drive difficult load better but I use 91db 8ohm speakers, so I would not know.
skootb OP
69 posts
 
I went with the x250.5 and am very happy with it
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marakanetz
5,473 posts
 
x250 drives any load as well and it's better choice sonically and valuewise.
dteam702
12 posts
 
You can't go wrong with either, so now is to pick between the 2 evils :-)
dave_72
1,399 posts
 
Yeah, kind of a tough call. The 14Bsst2 is one of Bryston's best and the Pass Labs is superb all the way around. It's ultimately your choice.
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