I've had a tube pre-amp with solid state power for nearly ten years and like it a lot. However, it's been so long since I've had any other combination that I may be missing something.
Very Basic Tube/SS Pre-AMP/AMP Question
I am a novice, but after reading these forums there appears to be many pros and cons about using tubes or not using them and in the end, it is a very subjective issue.
I am wondering if it makes sense to use say, a high-end tube preamp like one of the ARC's and pair it with a high-end solid state amp like the PASS. Has anyone tried doing this, and if so what were the results?
I've got my eyes on the Revel Studio's right now, and I need components to drive them...if that helps.
I live in Tokyo and it is very difficult to demo quality gear out here. I would greatly appreciate any advice in this area!
Cheers,
Michael
I am wondering if it makes sense to use say, a high-end tube preamp like one of the ARC's and pair it with a high-end solid state amp like the PASS. Has anyone tried doing this, and if so what were the results?
I've got my eyes on the Revel Studio's right now, and I need components to drive them...if that helps.
I live in Tokyo and it is very difficult to demo quality gear out here. I would greatly appreciate any advice in this area!
Cheers,
Michael