@jtweed - If you are looking for a "personal" office system I recommend you research the Linear Tube Audio MZ2. It is (take your pick) either an integrated amplifier for high efficiency (Klipsch, Tekton, Devore, Decware) speakers, or a superb preamp (as I'm using it), or as a headphone amp (my other intended use).
LTA gear is tube driven, designed by David Berning. The MZ2 starts at $1,200, tubes last 10-20 years, and the sound is amazing (a reference pick by some despite its price). Plenty of professional reviews to back that up.
As to your original question, the best electronics are those that mate the best with your choice of speakers. The more a speaker leans to a revealing transparent/neutral sound, the more tubes seem to please. SS gear tends to do best with speakers having multiple drivers with complex crossover designs, or are of lower efficiency. These later types tend to love/need higher wattage, making SS a more practical decision.
I use electrostatic speakers with all tube electronics from LTA. I'm in heaven, but I used to have systems that sounded best with SS. You need to pick your speaker first, IMO.