Tube amp beginner

Rrog,

Yeah, I actually wanted a CL60 but I was getting rid of the Pro Acs soon so needed the additional cash for Dynaudios.

I definitely think a ST-70 is the way to go, but I'm biased as I'm still using two of them. If you go that route, it's also a great introduction into the world of modification/DIY. If you find one for cheap with the original circuit, the bass response improves dramatically by simply adding capacitance (in the right spot). Good luck with the search.

I would wait until I had more money to spend, maybe just a $1,000 will open up a whole world of choices and something newer and maybe better quality.

Ssurbaugh, Classic 60 is more like it with Response 2s.

Can you tell us more about the rest of your system: your speakers, your room and what type of music you typically listen to?

Ahhh, so THAT's a Matador!

signed,
Another Old F**t

I haven't trusted AMC since they came out with the Gremlin. [Old F**t's joke]

You might be able to find an ARC classic 30 near that price or $700ish. I enjoyed having that amp for years and played fairly loudly with Pro Ac response 2s.
ss

Look for a Dynaco ST70 with some mods or used in good condition. I can't think of a better introduction to tubes for the money.

go vintage rebuilt.

I just bought a AMC CVT 2030 EL84 here for $250, could not find any bad reviews about it. They can be had @ $429 from retrodazeaudio.com .

If your speakers are very efficient, check out the MiniWatt amps.

I would look at the rebuilt classic amps on the Mapleshade site if you are looking for an integrated amp; may run a little more but would be worth it. In new amps Chinese would be about the only choice and I have heard conflicting things about their reliability.