Does hybrid amp really has the best of both world?

I've owned two hybrids (a Consonance integrated and a Van Alstine power amp). While I can't say they were better than non-hybrids (I have not heard enough different ones to judge), they did provide some tube sonics, which I prefer. So all they did for me was make me search out all tube gear. At this point in my experience and anemic bank account, all tube is the only way to go.

Schu - you are correct sir! Fortunately for me, the expensive tubes in my setup are for small signals only, so last verrrrrry long. Power tubes (6C33C) are plentiful and relatively inexpensive and do not require matching in my amps. So I am a lucky (by design) dog. Woof woof!