I was going to purchase a Sim I5.I had not heard tubes other than Hybrids at that point.The dealer hooked up a cary all tube Integrated and my love afair with tubes was born.There was more depth.It felt like the room had become wider and deeper.My search for a tube amp stared.I ended up with a Rogue 88 after hearing things by Sonic Frontiers,Cary,Pathos,Dynaco.I have moved up to the Rogue M-120 Monoblocks.They are 2695.00 and a steal at that price.You can get used ones in the 1600/2000 range.Mark O'brien now has a signiture version with what he calls a Magnum upgrade.This is about a 1000/1500 Upgrade.Contact Mark at www.rougeaudio.com for exact details.These amps are truly great sounding.Give them a listen if you get a chance.
