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Re: Tubes or Solid State?

Hi Eric,

Personally, I've never heard tubes. Everything I've read and heard about them indicates that they are not for me, considering my tastes in music and listening prefrences. However, there's no substitute for trying. I would love to hear a tube amp or preamp for the sake of the experience though. If tubes are for you, I'd guess that maintenance, etc. won't be a concern, probably will become a "labor of love".

Anyway, you didn't mention if you already have speakers or not, which may dictate what you buy in terms of an amp. Why don't you list your room dimensions, budget, musical tastes and prefrences, other gear you may have and will be using. Are you going to build an entirely new system? This info will probably help others in giving you good advise, rather than getting "try this" or "try that" responces that won't mean anything to you.

You'll get good info and guidance here, but in the end, you'll just have to give them both a try to find out what's best for you. But this is a good start in doing your homework.




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