I agree with the majority of opinion expressed here: tube/tube if possible. Of the many combinations I’ve used, it’s amazing how vintage circa 1960 tube gear can compete and often best modern gear. Challenges so many notions in this hobby. Current favorite combo: McIntosh C20 > Marantz 8B > high efficiency horns. Fisher 800c excels as does Citation I & II. Tube just rises to the top in my experience.
