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$3000 alternatives to Decware Zen Torii tube amp?

Hey guys,

In the future I'll be buying a $3000 tube amp and pre, and I'm needing insight on my options, used or new.

My favored sound is emotionally involving and musical, lush, and has a great midrange for vocals. I dislike a bright sound.

Speakers at the moment might be a Nola Boxer, 8ohm 90dB.

I have *very* strong interest a Decware Zen Torii, and the main purpose of this is to ask if there's any alternatives to the Zen Torii I should consider. Would I be doing the right thing by my musical tastes if I get the Torii, or am I making a mistake and there are better options?

(I'm aware the Torii, while it has volume control, would like a pre-amp, and so I'd buy one in the future while I live off the built in volume control)
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sibelius
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Based on your sonic preferences and current speakers I think the Torii would be a nice match. Make sure you try and roll some NOS tubes.

Another good option would be higher power SET amps (845,211,GM70) but well built amps of this type will generally exceed your budget.
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