I have recently bought an Aronov 960Lsi integrated tube amplifier just to try out how tube would sound in my system for around 1100USD, here. I have a Wilson Benesch Act One speaker, which was driven by an Mark Levinson 331. It was ok, but I always missed something. It was detailed, dynamic, but cold and lifeless. Especially on classical music. I have tried various cables and tweaks to get right the sound, but i never got it. Now, with the tube amplifier, I am at the right sound. I never anymore look for to solid state amplification. Still, I have to sell some of all those ultra expensive cables, which I bought to get somme music out of the transistors. I am sure, that there are many good, even better products out there than the Aronov, but I am very pleased with it.
Newbie wants tube recommendations
I have always had some form of a stereo since I was a kid. About 5 years ago I started a home theater system with an Onkyo HT receiver and some Polk book shelf speakers. I then bought some Axiom speakers. I then got a Parasound HT amp. The Parasound amp is rated at 220w at 8 ohms and 300w at 4 ohms. I am still using the Onkyo as a pre/pro.
Well about 2 weeks ago, I bought a pair of Legacy Audio Classics. The classics sound way better than the Axioms ever could. Now I kind of have the bug for trying some tubes. Never have and just wanted to see if I like the sound. I am looking for recommendations for something that doesn't break the bank, but gives me a feel for tubes. Any suggestions?
Well about 2 weeks ago, I bought a pair of Legacy Audio Classics. The classics sound way better than the Axioms ever could. Now I kind of have the bug for trying some tubes. Never have and just wanted to see if I like the sound. I am looking for recommendations for something that doesn't break the bank, but gives me a feel for tubes. Any suggestions?