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Integrated amp with preamp tubes

Hi All,

I'm curious with perhaps downsizing my Bryston 3B3 & VTL 2.5(tube) with a good quality Integrated amp. 

Question: Are there integrated amps with a tube pre inside ? Would that be called a "Hybrid" integrated ?

I really like the tube/Solid state combo. I like a little warmth with my music. I'm just kicking tires at the moment. I know many will say that separates are the best way to go, but still curious to do some research on quality Integrated amps.Probably looking at $4000usd(used)

Love to hear some input, thanks in advance.

128x128bunkertoy
inna
7,447 posts
 

Also, VAC sells hand selected new reissue tubes, you won't have to chase NOS ones if you don't want to. I do chase them, though.

You might want to ask the sellers the serial numbers and then talk to Kevin of VAC to see if those units were ever serviced/repaired. Better give him a call, he is very slow with emails.

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maxwave
992 posts
 

Vinnie Rossi Brama Integrated.

Preamp tubes .  I do not  think it can be called an Hybrid .

You can choose between SS preamp ot Tubes preamp by pressing one button

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raiderdave3275
18 posts
 

An Aesthetix Mimas should be on your short list. Though used, it’s still gonna be higher than the $4k. 

ghdprentice
7,323 posts
 

I stayed away from tube amps for forty year... what a mistake it was for me. 

inna
7,447 posts
 

Tube preamp is of course very important, but if you want to fully experience tube sound you got to have tube power amp as well. I just stated the obvious, didn't I ?

 

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