The Definition of MAGIC. Why this is my Favorite Hi-Fi Amplifier Ever! Pass Labs Class A Beasts! 

There is a spammer in the comments guys, those telegram comments are all over RU-vid, it's a scam and NOT ME. Do not respond. I am reporting them all. Thank you.

My favorite amplifier of all time is the Dan D’agostino momentum m400 monos. After years of upgrading starting from an arcam a38 to Hegel h360 then Krell duo is 300xd and then classe delta separates. I now been able to purchase my endgame amps with the m400 monos and the momentum hd pre-amp. If you get a chance to try D’Agostino I recommend that you give them a listen.

From Stereophile: Harmonic Distortion is uglily high for an high-end amp: With 1kHz sinewave: 2nd harmonic -70dB, 3rd harmonic -61dB, 5th -85dB, ... If your goal is High Fidelity not Colored sound go for amps like Benchmark AHB2.

Have you reviewed the PS Audio BHK amps? I’m impressed but wonder what I miss compared to Pass ..

You have been asked several times to comment about the Enleum 23. Why aren't you responding?

I think you hit the nail on the head as to what the hobby is about. Not trying to own the best there is, there is always trade offs, so I find nothing can be perfect. I feel it should always be about finding that combo of gear that is just simply fun to listen to.

Nelson Pass is to amps as Tesla is to electricity.

You should look into mini-split ductless air and heat. My listening room is in a converted detached garage, I had a Samsung system installed and it is nearly silent. The cold air just flows out with no duct noses. Highly recommended. Enjoy your amps year around not to mention the addition of heat in the winter. Check out the RU-vid videos. FYI.

Do any viewers have experience listening to the Pass Labs XP-20 Preamplifier? It's a combination of a preamp & power source...So, 2 seperate consoles Thanks!

You sound like an ad.. this is not a review.. pfft

I like Luxman 590 axii, balanced and detailed sound. Used to have ML 585 which seemed not impressive. What is your opinion about Pass Labs Int 250?

I have these amps too. What is your favourite preamp with these? I love pass amps but not the preamps so much. slp-5 vs xp-22?

Would do a Pass Labs . Can't do the heat.

My favourite Amplifier is the one that degrades the source component signal the least.

Kitty

I feel that I am getting everything that you describe from my system….yet all my components are different. As long as we arrive in a place where the sound suits our ears..that is all that matters. No system is perfect.. but it is fun to pursue that quest.

Heat aside, am I right to assume you like the Pass Labs more than the Enleum Amp 23r? I can't help but wonder it's an issue of synergy since the Denafrips Terminator Plus went back.

What a beautiful place to live and the cat is great too, then you mention all this magical audio gear you own. I expect you earned it all so I won't say you're lucky but you're living the dream.

Hi Muscles the cat 🐈

Keep trying new stuff :). Pass is kinda known for their lack of bass and bass control but they do have a tube like midrange, even though they don’t have tube like depth. I do agree that the XP20 level pre is the perfect match for the pass amps though and there isn’t much better looking.

I love the sound of the Gryphon Diablo 120 integrated amp. It's a bit more mellow (sweet) sounding compared to Diablo 300 The Diablo 120 is a little gem, capable and versatile but always, always ready to put the music first, with superb timing and dynamic coherence, a ready sense of rhythm and dynamic impact.

Muscles is a cute kitty

Did you try Accuphase class A amps or integrated?

There are very interesting amplifiers of the American company "Spectral". Why not make an interesting review? Thank you for your wonderful content.

After whole my life experierience I have i bit different opinion. If I switch on amplifier (system) and my mind starts to analyze correctness of any harmonc frequency then I suspect whole performance is rather affected. In system developed by me I cannot follow in sound any specific frequecy because each presented sound is too much blend, mix of all of them. Only by switching to another amplfier I notice if the low range is like nearer and rest behind while first presents more emotional music. But it is not my goal to have bass as leading - my goal is to make all harmonics equal and to have no clue about any specific range. Frankly - I am not like you and wouldnt persuade You to like what I like. By way - Your speakers look amazing in that spacious place. I never search, wait for lowest bass except to make myself sure that my speakers and amplifier can deliver them down to bottom. Only CAN - not to enjoy them right from any music at instance . It works for me probably also because my system is considered today mild power and sure to make great loud bass is even not capable. But that I do not wait for from it, may be because I listen to complex sounding music and instruments

I prefer treble n bass than mid range. What type pas lab do you love

Hi, I've been following you for a while now you seem to know your hifi business! Anyway I have a chance to get the onkyo tx-rz50 what do you think? Should I jump on it or what. Thanks.....ps. please hurry they may sell out soon! Lol......

You're system is really coming together in sound as well as aesthetics. Well done Sir . 👌🎼🏆✨

What do you think about the XA25 in comparison - and was it just not powerfull enough (but just as nice) for your Deville's?

Dont know which one but a pass labs amp was trounced by an NAD amp in a recent test by Gene.

interesting review about Pass Amps......Jay's Audio Lab reviewed Pass XS300 said they sounded boring and used old, tired technology with no innovation.....

Not watching. Lies and claims, no evidence.

I have 2 Citation 7.1 amps in bridged mode that I will never sell. Incredible dampening factor and 130 amp current. Easily drives anything.

I think the finest amps for me were Clayton’s mono blocks… I still have them….

Just got my Pass X260.8s! Now to decide on a preamp…

have you compaired them with the older version XX(X).5?

Just waiting for a used pair to come available!

How is the pass integrated 60?

Wishing to understand/learn, how do you discern the magic is purely in the amp and not in the preamp or for that matter the magical synergy between these two pieces?

Agreed - as far as I'm concerned there's Passlabs, and then the rest:)

How does it compare to the recently reviewed Naim Supernait 3?

🙄🧐Pass...solid choice

Ahh, Michigan!

I own a xa25 which I did upgrades to feedback loop with naked vishays and it’s massively improved. Did the mod for a buddy’s amp as well and the side by side comparison upgraded to stock is huge.

So you like the Pass Labs more than the Enleum now?

BRAVO

Nice place you have.

Thanks again for the review

Excellent

I just connect the headphone output of my iphone 6 to my kef blades, and it sounds totally amazing

Yaa the price 😁