New Pass Labs XA100.8 Amplifiers Incoming

[bart]

Congrats Carlos!

Is this the first time for you that you end your audio journey?

[Eisener Bart]

What is the difference between 5 and 8 lines?

[bart]

Originally Posted by Eisener Bart

I am thinking to replace my power amp by Pass Labs.

Sergio, see earlier in this thread:


XA-100.8 vs. XA-100.5

Both are tremendous amplifiers but sound somewhat different. Here is a brief summation of my observations after a few days of listening.

XA-100.8:
1. Sounds more clear or transparent to the recording.
2. Wider and deeper soundstage with more holographic imaging.
3. More ease or effortless sound (Can listen at higher volume levels).
4. More bass with greater control that seems to reach deeper.
5. Lower noise floor which enhances dynamics.

XA-100.5:
1. More buttery or tube-like warmth in sound.
2. Smaller more intimate soundstage.
3. More precise but less holographic imaging.
4. More laid back and less noticeable bass presentation.

I am falling in love with the sound of the 100.8's. But I honestly could see some listeners preferring the more intimate presentation and the tube-like buttery warmth of the XA-100.5's. Best to listen for yourself to see your preference. YMMV.

Best,
Ken

[Eisener Bart]

Originally Posted by bart

Sergio, see earlier in this thread

Thanks a lot, bart!

I guess that line 8 is more expensive, right?

[Eisener Bart]

One more question - I tried to find full catalog in pdf of Pass Labs on their site - no results.

Is it exist at all?

[cma29]

Originally Posted by Eisener Bart

One more question - I tried to find full catalog in pdf of Pass Labs on their site - no results. Is it exist at all?

Yes, point 8 series is a little more expensive (new models released in 2014 versus the point 5 which came out around 2007).

I'll post a brochure here.

[Eisener Bart]

Carlos, you may use dropmefiles.com.

[cma29]

Originally Posted by cma29

Yes, point 8 series is a little more expensive (new models released in 2014 versus the point 5 which came out around 2007).

I'll post a brochure here.

Pass Labs brochure attached.

[Eisener Bart]

Originally Posted by cma29

Pass Labs brochure attached.

Carlos, thank you a lot!

[cma29]

Originally Posted by bart

Congrats Carlos!

Is this the first time for you that you end your audio journey?

Bart - At least for next six months.