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Which is the most tubelike solid state amp around

Being a tube person who is trying to put together an active loudspeaker setup , I have come across the problem of choosing the best driver for the midrange and upper bass i.e.80Hz to 2.5 KHz. I would like to try a panel such as a Magnapan but am told that they are rather power hungry. Therefore, I would be grateful if fellow Audiogoners could share your experience in relation to the best powerful SS amps that would not be out of place in a "tube-ophile's" system.
Thanks
ecka

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steam3642
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Hi Eka

Take a look at Redgum Audio amplification based in Melbourne. they are mosfet based products and are well reviewed. www.redgumaudio.com .Cheers.
steam3642
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second the Redgum rec made earlier. I'm a confirmed tube-o-holic, and very few SS amps can hold my attention. I have owned the 35wpc and 120wpc integrateds and they are excellent. Their sound is smooth, refined, palpable, detailed, and most importantly, engaging!

I sold the 120 watter to a buddy, and he loves it on his Soliloquy 6.2 spkrs. I use the 35 watter in my BR system. Strapped to my DeVore Gibbons monitors, a rich, fluid and relaxed sound results that is just beguiling.

Great to have another Redgum team mate:)

I have a RGi120enr integrated and 120enrm power amplifier
infact i have built up a nearly complete Redgum system including RGCD5 dac/cd player and their Rgph2 signature phono stage along with their speaker cable , speakers are a pair of Triangle Antals. I highly recommend them and they are a pleasure to deal with . Lindy ( sales and promotions) and Ian Robinson ( Chief designer) are the best. Cheers Phil.:)
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