DSJR
Major Contributor
At the very top of the state of the art amplifier tree nowadays, as long as the power output levels aren't exceeded, volume levels are matched, the speaker impedance curve isnt altering the response unduly and you cannot see what's playing, I think you'd find these amps would sound basically similar if not identical to our ears.Just like the ASR folks here who needs scientific evidence. I would like scientific evidence that two amps measuring the same will not be discernable by a blind ABX test.
The thing is, every time I 'hear' a modern Luxman integrated, with its luxury feel and high weight, I still feel they have a gentle, slightly soft tone to them - I've only seen measurements of one of them and there's nothing there to suggest anything 'odd' or 'different' about it.. Visuals DO play such a HUGE part in audiophile sensibilities I feel.