Why not try to score a Jolida 102 or a 202 (202s are available on ebay all the time), and then you can do your own comparison, which is going to be more reliable than what anyone can recommend here (actually the only reliable test). If you prefer the 1500, you'll be able unload the 202 for pretty much what you paid for it. If you prefer the 202, sell the 1500. In the end, you'll be out maybe $100-200 at most, and you'll feel you know for certain the answer to your question.
Should I got full tubes or stick with hybrid amps?
I currently have a Jolida 1501. I like it but I think I have upgraditis. I originally bought it (hybrid) because I’m really sensitive to highs (get a headache). It’s been good to me and I can listen without fatigue.
To help with upgraditis, I just bought a Yamaha AS801 to try out and although it definitely sounds good and has nice detail it is creating a little fatigue for me. I’m still in the break-in period so this may smooth out a bit. (I definitely like having bass/treble controls).
Thinking about picking up a full tube amp or another hybrid for comparison. I don’t know much about other manufacturers of tubes/hybrids.
What’s the difference (sonically) between a hybrid and a full tube amp? Any recommendations?
Thanks!!
To help with upgraditis, I just bought a Yamaha AS801 to try out and although it definitely sounds good and has nice detail it is creating a little fatigue for me. I’m still in the break-in period so this may smooth out a bit. (I definitely like having bass/treble controls).
Thinking about picking up a full tube amp or another hybrid for comparison. I don’t know much about other manufacturers of tubes/hybrids.
What’s the difference (sonically) between a hybrid and a full tube amp? Any recommendations?
Thanks!!