Pathos Acoustics Classic One MKIII Hybrid Integrated Amp Review w/ Upscale Audio's Kevin Deal

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When Pathos Acoustics says "Made in Italy" they practically mean "Made in Vicenza". You won't believe just how much of this amp is made in-house. But the Pathos Classic One MKIII hybrid is not just a pretty face. As always, Kevin bares all, and shows us just why this is such an amazing integrated amp.

[@celestial_sound]

This amplifier is pure magic. Very musical and sweet and yet 3D holographic. Bloody live vocals and airy presentation. For those who want to experiment with tubes I recommend to try the genalex gold lions tubes. I very much prefer them over my stock JJ E88CC

[@peace-yv4qd]

This is what I love about this hobby. I learn something new all the time.

[@themosyannakou6893]

This is amazing, what an awesome company. Their gear sounds fantastic!

[@markp4044]

Dude you is the best sales person I've heard. I love your reviews.

[@KT88gs]

You got that right Kevin,i got the first edition,MK1 so to speak,very nice indeed,very smooth sound!

[@hushpuppykl]

Always wanted this baby because it looks so good. I ended up with another Italian amp, the Audia Flight. Their build quality is top notch. I had a Unison Research Unico Primo once, a nice amp too.

[@charleskatz2606]

Wish Pathos made a matching amp so you could run .Some folks run two of them for more power but this seems stupid to duplicate everything.Really a sleeper line though

[@Darrellsrelm]

Thanks for sharing. You always carry the best products that matter and your passion is infectious. 👍

[@cristian9306]

i own one is perfect sound siruis, with my Opera Callas speakers ufffff

[@MrCatalysis101]

Nice sideways swipe at PS Audio. Don't blame you at all, given that they've ditched their dealers. I've had my doubts for some time, as I don't think their marketing narrative is always transparent, especially regarding their trade ins. Slight problem I have is that you used to tell us how great they were...

[@yippie6862]

Kevin is making me want to buy this amp, darn it. ;)

[@giannislarch]

Hello !!! Kevin,you know you're grazy...but nicely grazy! I'm watching your channel few years now, and i have to admit...I'm really enjoying your presentation and way of expressing your thought, the information you are giving about the products, ..and for the point of viewing HiFi, I'm almost 100% agreeing with you. Many people don't understand these details but important thing about the products that you often mention, but i am seeing the same way, and I'm glad,someone like you notice and tell! Thanks you very much,keep walking,and be healthy and save! Regards&greetings from John, Ath, Greece

[@mattmackay2973]

I do like the Franco Serblin designed SF that i have , this also look's like a great amp with Italian style , Kevin !, did you ever revue an EAR / yoshino amp that is made in England ? ,

[@yippie6862]

Kevin should carry the Franco Serblin line up.

[@markp4044]

Which is better? Prima Luna four or this amp?

[@charleskatz2606]

why didn't you show the Digit CD player?Matching looks of the CD player with tubes are KILLER

[@dougg1075]

Kevin makin BANK!

[@pioneermax1906]

Is this a solid state amp . I notice only 2 tubes for the pre amp I was considering a prima Luna more tubes for a warm sound . Can you elaborate on this thank you

[@drewrobertson6286]

Does this have a subwoofer out?

[@filipedasilva8512]

hello! nice video and it really makes me wanna try this amp. unfortunately I can't listen to it. but..... I can buy it used. I was thinking about upgrading from a rega amp io to a rega elex-r (pairing my triangle borea 03's sensivity 90). How do you think an amp like this compares to the rega elex-r in the same conditions? is this better quality sound then the elex-r? It's very hard to get info about this brand.

[@scottmackey4182]

Doesn’t McIntosh make a majority of their components, including boards, themselves? True made in America quality.

[@SamsonSlayer]

Yes they silkscreen solder paste on their own boards. They also do their own metal work and painting or powder coat in-house. Even the glass front panel is cut with water jet in-house.

[@trekjudas]

The build quality of the Mcintosh MA252 is excellent but the sound is dull and boring.

[@gradimirnovakovic5379]

i think it will be beautiful match with Diapason Adamantes III, whats your opinion?

[@DJMikeron]

i get the impression there is no elctricity in your room,we never get to hear anything ,strange

[@DrBroncanuus]

Pathos v PS Audio BHK ....who wins ?

[@donniewn]

Can this also be used as a preamp?

[@jasonme3557]

P.S I had an amp in my cart. Ill look somewhere else. Many places sell rega.

[@astralboy]

what about their poweamps ?

[@arturosuarez-silverio5983]

The Billy Graham of audiophile gear.

[@donniewn]

I don’t think those Tannoy speakers are as good as the Harbeth

[@TheFriday40]

That was fun to watch...very interesting

[@sainaveenbali]

Ur fantastic guy leave aside ur knowledge on audio gear.

[@harryzma]

Bid dig at PS Audio..

[@scottyo64]

Harinath Bingi lol pretty funny!

[@_Chev_Chelios]

Lol 😂

[@Mark-lq3sb]

Some dealers are pissed at PS Audio since deciding to do-away with dealers in the U.S. Funny, I bought a PS Audio BHK preamp from Upscale a couple of years ago and as per usual, the salesmanship kicked-in when talking with this gentleman. Talking very positive about their products. Oh, have times changed!

[@harryzma]

Mark, I love that pre amp..

[@scottyo64]

@@Mark-lq3sb BHK is really good stuff.

[@dougg1075]

Chinese are only making the stuff to the company’s specs, we think of China stuff that is to CHINESE specs ( of the past) of course now that’s changing.. they can make good stuff like any other humans

[@epi2045]

Pathos vs Prima Luna. Hmmmm...

[@yippie6862]

Hybrid vs, all tube. Not exactly the same. Equally good.

[@V1ralB1ack]

Primaluna... Both are great I'm sure but Yippie is right full tubes... Full tubes are the way to go. If I had the money I'd definitely have a primaluna preamp or integrated amp... If you want a hybrid setup you can get a schiit freya+ preamp with 2 aegir monoblocks. It'll give you way more value and it'll sound amazing regardless of the money

[@hifiman4562]

Yikes. My ears.

[@dougg1075]

Kevin makin BANK!