Pass X150.5 vs. X250.5

Using Vandy 3a sig with Pass 150.5 currently, and average listening level brings meters to around 11:00. Wondering if there was anything to gain by upgrading to 250.5. Just seems to get a bit harsh sounding on peaks.

Thanks.

ccanino02-14-2011 1:26am

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pubul57 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,712 posts 02-14-2011 at 04:19pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Does not seem like an issue that will be solved by going from 150 to 250 watts (not much of a difference in dbs)and I think the 3As are fairly easy to drive and your room is not all that large. Is what you are hearing so apparent that it must be something other than a Class A versus B issue?
pubul57 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,712 posts 02-14-2011 at 09:08pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete A Vandersteen 3A? In that size room? You might be underpowering, but I would think one is listening too loud if that is the case with an X150.5 - no? - I mean, that is a lot of power for that speaker especially a 87db /nominal 6ohms (I would think)
pubul57 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,712 posts 02-15-2011 at 04:56pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I would not rule out XA60.5s being able to drive the 3As to VERY loud levels - but, still expensive.

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