I'm using a BAT VK-80 Tube Preamp with a CODA #8 solid state amp. I considered getting an all-Tube Amp but decided against it. The downside is higher power tube amps are not cheap. Also consider they get very hot and have expensive power tubes used in them. With this being said my decision would be highly dependent on the types of speakers I would be using. I'm very happy with the preamp/amp combo I'm using now but it's possible that could change.
Tube Amp or Tube Pre Amp
For those of you who have experience with tubes, what would be your preference.
Tube Amp with tube preamp, Tube Amp with solid state preamp, or Solid state Amp with tube preamp
My system currently is Mcintosh MC352 Amp Solid State, Mcintosh C49 Pre Amp SS, Klipsch Cornwall IV speakers.
I want to try tubes so with my current set up should I go tube amp or tube preamp?
Thanks