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

coachpoconnor Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 378 posts 08-22-2023 at 02:50am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete First Watt… maybe a used J-2
coachpoconnor Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 378 posts 08-22-2023 at 10:59am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete @tonydennison - I have an xA25, but think the First watt sit 3, with a tube front end sounds the best with my Cornwall lV’s.