Benchmark AHB2 and Schiit Freya+

[MDMD]

Hi, I’m considering this combo and I am more familiar with integrated amps.
I also know that a good match (synergy) is important for amp preamp combo.
Any user feedback for this combo ?
Any reason why they are not Ideal for one another ?

 

[abdo123]

I would focus less on synergy and more on whether the pair will provide you with all the functionality and satisfaction you expect of them.

 

[dfuller]

I also know that a good match (synergy) is important for amp preamp combo.

Not a thing. Synergy is not a thing that exists. Or at least, not in any relevant way outside of output and input impedance, which doesn't really matter considering they bridge just fine (AHB2 has an input impedance of 50k ohms)


The Freya+ is... fine, the tube side is not particularly low distortion (though it's pretty good for tubes).

Any reason why they are not Ideal for one another ?

Not really, no; the Freya should be easily able to drive the AHB2.