2 thoughts.
Usually going from rca to xlr, soundstage expands, airier. rca has tighter sound. Not better but different. Maybe just hearing the differences.
When I was shopping for SS amp, investigated Maker and found this interesting review. Maker Audio NL14+ It mentioned imaging outlines weren't as razor sharp so possible amp natural characteristics. I emailed Tom Maker with questions but never got a response so moved on.
I had TRL Samsons and it's an excellent amp. It was 1st SS amp since Krells and NO contest. Mine had XLR but still a singled design. Wasn't a good match with new balanced pre so had to move on.
Usually going from rca to xlr, soundstage expands, airier. rca has tighter sound. Not better but different. Maybe just hearing the differences.
When I was shopping for SS amp, investigated Maker and found this interesting review. Maker Audio NL14+ It mentioned imaging outlines weren't as razor sharp so possible amp natural characteristics. I emailed Tom Maker with questions but never got a response so moved on.
I had TRL Samsons and it's an excellent amp. It was 1st SS amp since Krells and NO contest. Mine had XLR but still a singled design. Wasn't a good match with new balanced pre so had to move on.