Just watched the Youtube regarding Pass Labs products.....Ouch!! It was a bit painful as I'm a big Pass Labs fan. But, it's like you said, Jay, it's just an opinion. And unless I'm wrong, most of your comments were directed at the higher end components (separates) of the Pass Labs line.
When I was putting together my system I auditioned seven different amps before deciding on the INT 250. I actually auditioned the INT 60 but wanted a little more power. And the INT 60 and INT 250 sound very similar. In addition to the INT 60 the amps I auditioned included the Gryphon D300, VAC i170, Hegel H390, Moon/Simaudio 340 ix, NAIM Supernait 3, and Luxman 509X. BTW, I noticed you really liked the INT 250 on an earlier Youtube video.
It's always been interesting to me how different ears hear things differently. I sincerely mean that. But I couldn't be happier with my INT 250. I think it's an awesome sounding amp. I plan on keeping it for a very long time. It has outstanding synergy with my Harbeth Super HL 5+ 40th Anniversary speakers.
But I have high respect for your opinions. You've been at this game a whole lot longer than me. Keep up the good work, Jay. I really enjoy your videos. I've learned from them.
FWIW, I included a link below to a fairly recent review of the Pass Labs INT 250. IMHO, I thought Steve Huff was pretty much dead on with his comments. Very positive review on both the INT 250 and INT 25.
https://www.stevehuffphoto.com/2021/04/04/pass-labs-int-250-review/
