Recc.for warm,smooth sounding tube amps


I have older vintage ARC tubed monoblocks which sound lean and strident to my ears. Would appreciate reccomendations for tubed monos with a warmer, more liquid sound.
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Do try different tubes if you have the opportunity. The Balanced Audio Technology VK-60 is sensational in design and the resulting sound is as good as it gets.
The VAC gear is fantastic. Either in mono's or their stereo units. Listen to their 30/30 amp, one of the best.
Have you thought about retubing it? I just finished a D-70 Mk II with significant results. Also, might want to check the output bias on the existing tubes. Sorry if this advice sounds too simple-minded, but I had the same experience with my ARC equipt (dry-sounding).
I would highly recommend the Conrad Johnson Premier 12's. They are very warm and liquid, and are very full bodied sounding - sounds exactly like what you are looking for - and they have enough power (140 watts) for most speakers. The sheer "sweetness" of this amp will have you smiling ear to ear. Good luck.