Class A transistor amps have many of the characteristics of tubes and solid state but tend to be out of your budget. One of the older Pass Alph (?) Amps might be worth looking at. I would try to borrow a tube preamp as Yoby suggests and see how you like it. There are transistors out there with a more tube like sound than Bryston, but Tvad is right, it depends on what speakers you are using. Have you tried the Bryston on other speakers?
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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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!
B