For anyone looking to get into tube amplification I would suggest that they start with a tube preamp. Look for one that has a low output impedance so can be matched with either SS or tube amp. Choice of amplifier is highly driven by the speaker in use. I use a tube preamp with either a tube or a SS amplifier. Enjoy both.
Tube or solid state
Do you prefer a tube preamp into a solid state amp or a solid state amp into a tube amp,which is your choice for best sound?