Tube-based DACS: Positive? Negative?

I’ve been desiring to interject some of the desirable characteristics of vacuum tubes into a fully SS system.

Are there users out there who have positive experiences with tube-based DACs in this regard?

Such offerings by Lampizator, Prima Luna, and others seem to present some interesting solutions. Would love to hear your feedback.

Thanks :)

davkobza11-16-2020 8:04am

lowrider57 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,397 posts 11-17-2020 at 04:05pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete know also that there are other very effective methods of delivering a smooth, relaxed, seductive sound from digital without tubes I think @jjss49 is alluding to a R2R NOS Dac which delivers these qualities. Tube or SS it delivers smooth organic sonics. IMO, a tube stage design is worth looking for.
lowrider57 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,397 posts 11-17-2020 at 09:01pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Border Patrol makes a Dac which has been getting some good buzz. It is R2R NOS solid state with no digital filters. Tube rectification is used which presents some great options such as a smooth presentation with the ability to change the attack and decay by tube rolling.
lowrider57 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,397 posts 11-17-2020 at 11:39pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete George, I agree with your statement. The digital and analogue circuits would be responsible for that. The marketing dept. probably wrote the copy. I offered the Border Patrol as an option with an interesting design.