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Current Production Classic Sounding Tube Amps

I was wondering whether there are any tube amplifiers currently being produced that have the classic tube sound -- characterized by some as dark, colored, and syrupy?

I would like to purchase an amp (or integrated) in current production that has a sound somewhat equivalent to the classic Conrad Johnson sound (e.g. mv-55 or cav-50). I have a Rouge Stereo 90 which I like very much and have no intentions of parting with, but it does not have the classic tube sound that I believe would be great for acoustic jazz.
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entrope
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I think your quest is contrary to the current trend in PP tube amps which is warm toward neutral with a better dynamic range and tighter bass. Syrupy is considered a fault these days. I think of "bloom" as the good side of syrupy.

I would suggest a Dynaco ST-70 or the like for the sound you seek with some wattage.

If low power is OK there is always 2A3 or 300b designs with great midrange but rolled off highs and flabby lows.
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