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Thiel 2.4 and Pass Labs Amps

Hi all, I'd like some input. I have a pair if Thiel 2.4s that I'd like to pair with a Pass amp. After lots of reading, I'm feeling like a 250.5 is the best match for the speakers (the used price of ~4000 is also at the top of my budget). I see some older Alephs pop up though and am intrigued by the idea of doing full class A using an Aleph 2. I tried out the XA-30.5, which I love with the speakers, but it just doesn't cut it on complex or bassy music (but is exquisite on material like Nick Drake). Anyway, with the older Alephs being cheaper, I thought this might be a nice way to get more of the XA sound for less money (unfortunately everything in that line except for the 30.5 is out of my budget)... unless the 250.5 will simply outperform these amps in all areas. Any input is greatly appreciated. by Cal3713 on 02-21-12

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Thiel 2.4 and Pass Labs Amps I have a sense that this model of Pass amp will be ideal for your Thiels. I have the 2.4s and use a CJ CAV50 to power them and I love the quality of the sonic stage and envelope I get with this combination. That set up should sound amazing, provided you also have a quality preamp and source. Stevecham 02-21-12 Thiel 2.4 and Pass Labs Amps I ended up asking this same basic question at the tail end of an old thread of mine, and at least a couple people there also seconded Pass' recommendation away from the Alephs for this load/speaker... so I guess the 250.5 is seeming more like the answer. Cal3713 02-22-12

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