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Mixing SS and Tubes

I'm thinking about getting into tubes and have read threads about mixing SS amps with tube preamps. What about the other way around? Are there any advantages (or disadvantages) with mixing a ss preamp with a tube amp? I currently have a MAC MA6450 which I was thinking of using for the preamp side and then getting a reasonable tube amp to play around with. If this is worthwhile, any suggestions for the tube amp (< $1000) would be appreciated.

Thanks!
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south43
386 posts
 
Yes Kek23 the AE-3 is quite the pre to be. How do they do it? Sylvania 6sn7wgt's are the tubes to use. Tungsols should be considered also. Happy rolling!
south43
386 posts
 
I did have a all tube rig(LS-7,Anthem amp1) but found the bass somewhat lacking. It may have been a mismatch of components. I now have a AE-3(cary) and a Audible Illusions pwr amp(yes they did make a ss amp). Very fine sound these two make. Elevick makes a good point in reference to the tube rolling.
south43
386 posts
 
Unsound what should be the ratio of impeadance when dealing with tube pre ss amp issues? I currently have this setup(see my response above) and in addition will check my manuals on both pieces. Thanks.
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