Depends on the system and it depends on the component. With a high definition system and assuming the components in question do have a different signature sound and assuming a good room and that one has good, experienced ears, and you listen carefully, it is not at all difficult to hear the...
Good, question. I did listen to the S3 2023 in the same room with CH Precision, Burmester and Boulder amps. But I did not listen to the other amps which I mentioned with the Magico speakers. I could have listened to the S3 2023 with McIntosh and with Pass amps, but passed on that opportunity...
About four months ago, having fully retired and having much more time to devote to this fascinating hobby and to listen my stereo, I decided to upgrade. At the time I had Magico A3 speakers and ARC electronics. I set out to listen to what was available which I could afford. I was fortunate...