Pass Labs INT-60 Integrated Amp Reviewed
 

http://hometheaterreview.com/pass-la...fier-reviewed/

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I recently inserted the INT-250 into my main system. Totally agree with reviewer's comment about resolution/clarity and wall-to-wall soundstaging. Obviously, I'd argue that if one wants more current for demanding speakers, the INT-250, with 250 wpc (8 ohms) would be a good choice (the X250.8 is the sole alternative listed).

Great sonics, and more importantly, great customer service from the folks at PASS.

INT-60 reviewed in the most recent "Stereophile". While the reviewer (HR) loved it, I was surprised by the measurements and what I consider JA's somewhat luke-warm comments. However, it is my opinion that JA has become even more "British-centric" in his comments over the past few years. Almost feel like he and Dudley are trying to single-handedly keep the Brit audio industry viable.

I've read the review too, classic case of measurements vs listening?

I've listened to the 60 and the 250 albeit briefly and it didnot blew my mind, longer session planned.

Did anyone compare the INT-60 to a separate set-up XP-10 or 12 and XA 30.8?

No h/t bypass on the INT-60
Which could be a deciding factor

I will answer my one question:
I tried both set-up, got the XP-12 + XA 30.8.
The INT-60 was my pick after listening to good 10 different set-up (the other top choices were Esoteric F01 and Aurorasound separates)
As I preferred the Pass, decided that I need to try the Pass separated as well.

The separates bring increased soundstage depth and more clarity.

Congrats and thanks for the update. What speakers are you driving with them?

tad me1

How can one use a headphone amp with the INT-60 since muting it also mutes the preamp outs? (Assuming the speakers are not also playing!)

I've been happy with my Pass monoblocks since I got them in 2013. A solid performer.

I auditioned a Pass int 60 a week ago. I was extremely impressed to say the least. And that's after spending about 1/2 hour auditioning my next amp, a Gryphon Diablo 300. So, the int 60 can perform with the very best. The int 60 sounded about as good but a little different. And the int 60 sounded absolutely killer when hooked to a MSB ADC V. To my ears, the int 60 competes with the best of the best. Great integrated amp.

Too bad you didn't compare the Diablo 300 to the INT-250. Who compares a 60w to a 300w amp?

As I mentioned on another forum, it wasn't my intention to compare the int 60 with the Gryphon D300. I wanted to audition the int 250 but Mike didn't have one in stock. So, the closest we could come to auditioning the int 250 was the int 60. But it held it's own quite well. It was certainly an apples to oranges comparison. But over all, my ears really liked the int 60. I liked it almost as well as the D300 regardless of the power difference. But make no mistake, the D300 is my amp, hands down.

Hey aardvarkbark, I just remembered you own/owned an int 250. How do you like it? I'll bet it sounds killer. If the int 60 is any indication the int 250 must be a beast. The int 60 is a wonderful sounding amp, IMHO.