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Integrated SET...

I recently replaced my Wilson Watt Puppy 8's with Zu Audio Omen Def Supreme. MUCH more efficient speakers, which leads me to a long time itch to try a single ended tube amp. This is the first time I've had speakers that could actually work with low power.

 

So, what do you recommend in terms of a good SET, preferably integrated and remote (at least for volume)? Budget is pretty flexible, but I would like to stay under $5-6k used

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durangoat
19 posts
 

I've heard good things about this integrated...

https://trueaudiophile.com/audion-silver-night-2a3-set-anniversary-stereo-hard-wired-amplifier/

calieng
144 posts
 

Definitely narrow your search to those amps that are point to point wired.

Circuit boards do not hold up well to the heat from tubes.

An especially avoid those amps where tube sockets are directly mounted onto a circuit board.

You will thank me later!

mod_asored
19 posts
 

I'm going to give a thumbs up to Triode Lab and Frank. I have a set of 97db efficient speakers and recently purchased the 2A3 EVO integrated amp. I am absolutely floored at what I am hearing, every detail to the song, authoritative bass and airy highs and all this is combined with a absolutely well defined soundstage. I have had it for about 6 weeks to 2 months now, listen for about 2 hours every night and as I said am floored at what I am hearing.

Nice thing is that when working with Frank it starts with your associated equipment, then the music you like and he designs around that.

Good luck in your search.

 

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