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John Elison

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In Reply to: RE: reference posted by Leo loves music on February 02, 2025 at 10:59:09

I think I can probably get the performance of Class-A by listening to a pair of STAX electrostatic headphones. I own the top-of-the-line SR-X9000 headphones amplified by the SRM-700T driver unit. These STAX headphones represent the best sound I've ever heard, and they're rated "A+" in Stereophile's Recommended Components. However, I still enjoy listening to my Magnepan speakers powered by Hypex Nilai 500-watt monoblock class-D amplifiers. In fact, I enjoy listening to my Mini Maggie speakers just as much.

Go figure!

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It's mind bending for sure.... - AbeCollins 19:57:28 02/04/25 (2)
...and mind breaking for some.
There was a time when audiophiles were brainwashed into thinking Class A was always best and that may have been the case in grandpa's day. Times have changed but some audiophiles never do ;-)
Did you sell your PS Audio M1200 Class D monos?

Edits: 02/07/25
- RE: It's mind bending for sure.... - John Elison 21:48:35 02/04/25 (1)
  The main reason I switched to class-D amplifiers is because I didn't want to spend the money for class-A or even class-A/B. When I saw the PS Audio M700 monoblocks rated Class "A" in Stereophile's Recommended Components, I decided to give them a try. However, PS Audio convinced me to wait for their new M1200 monoblocks by enticing me with a 25% discount. When I finally received them a couple of months later, I was absolutely amazed at their sound quality when driving my Thiel CS3.7 speakers.
  
  The M1200's also sounded great with my Mini Maggie speakers, but I didn't think I needed 1200-wpc, so I took a chance on the Hypex Nilai 500 monoblocks, again because they were cheap at only $995 each. To my surprise and amazement, the Hypex Nilai 500 monoblocks sounded just as good if not better driving my Mini Maggie's.
  
  To answer your question, "No, I haven't sold my PS Audio M1200 monoblocks."
  
  It seems I rarely sell anything anymore, although I did sell my SOTA Millennia turntable. Anyway, I still have my Thiel CS3.7 speakers, so I'm also keeping my M1200 monoblocks. I'm giving them both to my son as soon as he gets moved into his new place.
  
  Happy listening!
  John Elison
  - RE: It's mind bending for sure.... - AbeCollins 09:32:57 02/07/25 (0)
    That's pretty high praise for the Hypex Nilai 500's if you place their SQ right up there with your M1200's. Your son is going to have a wonderful sounding setup!

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