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Tandberg sounds bright.

Just got a Tandberg 3026A 150X2 amp. After letting it run for 24 hours I gave it a critical listen and it just sounds forward and bright. I did have it worked on for a weak solder joint. One channel did drop out again but came back. Anyway, are Tandbergs all forward and bright or is this weak solder joint(and resistor replaced) causing this. I thought this was a very good amp. Comparing to a Bryston 4BSST. The reason I got the Tandberg is I could not afford one years ago and just wanted to own one now and see how it sounds. Any and all replies welcome about any aspects of Tandberg. Mike
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edle
235 posts
 
It is a transistor amp....What do you expect?
schipo
1,268 posts
 
It's a transitor amp is not a proper reply. Just like saying every tube amp sound's wonderful. This of course is not true there are bad tube designs and good transitor designs as well. I have a Classe DR-9 transitor amp that in many way's is just as musical as many good if not great tube amp's, it is a matter of choice. Tube amps do have an engaging bloom that does make them sound very musical. But some would call this a coloration.I for one love the sound of tube amps and many preamps but hate to be subjected to pricey tube's and checking the bias every week.
prpixel
876 posts
 
Sounds defective if channels are dropping out. Maybe you need to find a different repair shop.
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