I'm using the PL X2.5 and really enjoy it. Supposedly it is quite similar to the X1. To help keep it from getting too analytical, you might try the following:
o Obviously, mate the X.1 with an amp that is this side of warm and rich in sound.
o Connect the pre to a quality-oriented line conditioner.
o Install Audio Points under all components, racks, and speakers.
o In my case, I have all my component's dedicated lines ungrounded to lower the noise-floor and dirty AC. But upon reconnecting the ground only for the preamp, an even lower noise-floor and a bit of silkiness was added to the presentation.
-IMO
o Obviously, mate the X.1 with an amp that is this side of warm and rich in sound.
o Connect the pre to a quality-oriented line conditioner.
o Install Audio Points under all components, racks, and speakers.
o In my case, I have all my component's dedicated lines ungrounded to lower the noise-floor and dirty AC. But upon reconnecting the ground only for the preamp, an even lower noise-floor and a bit of silkiness was added to the presentation.
-IMO