XA100.8 vs Accuphase A-80
The A-80's power @ 8ω is 65W against the XA100.8's 100W, its power @ 4ω 130W against 200W, its damping factor >1000 against >200, and its thd 0.030% against 1.000%.
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The Pass Labs XA100.8 is the middle sibling of the XA.8 series, realizing a muscular yet highly refined sonic profile. It features both single-ended (RCA) and balanced (XLR) inputs, Furutech five-way binding posts, and a convenient ground terminal for safe subwoofer connection. Improved constant-current sourcing, precise voltage references, and current-feedback represent new benchmarks in state-of-the-art amplifier design, resulting in a larger, more realistic soundstage, sharper transient response, and the ability to reach concert-hall dynamics without strain. This pure Class A mono amplifier pairs authority with tonal richness and effortless dynamics.
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The A-80's power @ 8ω is 65W against the XA100.8's 100W, its power @ 4ω 130W against 200W, its damping factor >1000 against >200, and its thd 0.030% against 1.000%.
The XA160.8's power @ 8ω is 160W against the XA100.8's 100W and its power @ 4ω 320W against 200W. Both share damping factor (>200) and thd (1.000%).
The X260.8's power @ 8ω is 260W against the XA100.8's 100W, its power @ 4ω 520W against 200W, and its damping factor >100 against >200. Both share input impedance (50Ω).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The FLS8's power @ 8ω is 400W against the XA100.8's 100W, its power @ 4ω 800W against 200W, and its thd 0.050% against 1.000%. Both share damping factor (>200).
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