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Tube Amp Recommendation for a solid state guy

After years of using solid state amps I'm thinking of purchasing a tube amp. My current amp is a Bryston 4B ST, it's a great neutral amp w/ loads of power but I always feel like I want more warmth and mid bass bloom.

I've been researching various tube amps from new "Chinese" imports to older / vintage units and I'm unsure which is the right amp for me. I mostly listen to modern blues, rock and Jazz so I want an amp with guts and power. My biggest concern with tubes is there apparent lack of "kick" so I'm hoping to find the best of both worlds.

My budget is $750 - $1,500 and I'm not afraid of buying second hand. Can anyone make a recommendation?

Thanks!

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bluepearl OP
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I have two sets of speakers that I use interchangeably, Mission Volare V62 (88db) and Definitive Technology BP2000TL (92db).

The more I think about it the more I realize that maybe a tube pre is the way to go instead. The main reason I was considering a tube amp is I love my pre / pro (Arcam AVP700) and the ability to watch (listen) to DVD concerts in 5.1 DTS. I was a 2 channel guy for years but finally converted (to the dark side) after hearing a friends Bryston/Totem surround system.

I guess I'm derailing my own thread but are there any reasonably priced tube preamp / processors out there?

Thanks for the responses.
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