Pass Labs XA25

Anybody notice that recently Pass has run full page adds for the XA-25 in major gear magazines? Maybe they have a surplus of 'em or something but the wait for shipping makes that seem unlikely. It's all good as some feel it's the best amp Pass makes (doubtful, but it makes me feel "special"). 

While watching the Absolute Sound tour of Pass Labs they showed an interior shot of the XA25 and I observed a Tamura 3FD-320 transformer mounted to the circuit board. I googled the purpose of the transformer.

The Tamura 3FD-320 transformer is typically used in high-end audio applications to provide isolation and improve sound quality by reducing noise and distortion. It helps in converting voltage levels while maintaining audio fidelity, making it suitable for high-performance audio equipment.

My XA25 arrived and after listening to it for almost 2 weeks it’s just not the amp I want in my main system. It’s ok, but to me it doesn’t live up to all the hype. I’ve read where a lot of people love this amp but not me. I’ll keep it but it’ll be in my bedroom system.

It's interesting that you say that the XA25 "doesn't live up to all the hype."  I've had my eyes on this amplifier for quite a while although I've never heard it.  I did notice that it does come up for sale quite frequently, so perhaps others have had the same experience.

@mfb33 curious what about the amp made you decide to keep it, despite not liking it for your main system ...