X150.5 vs XA160.5
The XA160.5's power @ 8ω is 160W against the X150.5's 150W, its power @ 4ω 320W against 300W, and its damping factor >200 against >100. Both share thd (1.000%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
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The X-150.5 amplifier is part of Pass Labs' X series, offering a balanced Class A gain stage and high power devices operated as followers. It provides 150 watts per channel into 8 ohms and 300 watts into 4 ohms, with a frequency response from 1.5 Hz to 100 kHz. The amplifier is praised for its ability to deliver deep bass and clear high frequencies without coloration.
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The XA160.5's power @ 8ω is 160W against the X150.5's 150W, its power @ 4ω 320W against 300W, and its damping factor >200 against >100. Both share thd (1.000%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The GFA-5705's power @ 8ω is 200W against the X150.5's 150W, its damping factor >300 against >100, and its thd 0.008% against 1.000%. Both share power @ 4ω (300W).
The X350.5's power @ 8ω is 350W against the X150.5's 150W and its power @ 4ω 700W against 300W. Both share damping factor (>100) and thd (1.000%).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The KA I 180 Mk2's power @ 8ω is 180W against the X150.5's 150W, its thd 0.030% against 1.000%, and its damping factor >1000 against >100. Both share power @ 4ω (300W).
Audio Research Corporation 150M.2
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