Affordable SS that sound like Tubes

I was a 100% vinyl guy for many years. Due to maintenance cost and aggravation I switched to DSD after a lot of research and I have no regrets.

I am looking for suggestions on affordable SS that sounds as good as Tubes.

Here's the rub. My Mid Monos were less than $2,000 brand new and they sound incredible. As does my Pre that costed me less than $1,000.

Integrated suggestions are welcomed.

And I would like to hear from people that had fine tube equipment and switched to fine SS equipment.

And please, no mention of "Tubes have Higher Distortion." LOL

tonydennison08-21-2023 4:57pm

alvinnir2 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 103 posts 08-22-2023 at 02:10pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I have Quicksilver Mid Monos and Love them. Can't see ever selling them. I use a Conrad Johnson LS17 Preamp with them. I also use a Forte Class A SS amp ( Nelson Pass Design) in a second system and although it doesn't sound like tubes, I could easily live with it. Bought it for a song. Not looking to hijack this thread but is there any preamp worth considering as an upgrade to my CJ LS17 that mates well with the Mid Monos. Just Asking