Affordable SS that sound like Tubes

What about the Kinki Studio Choco integrated? Haven’t yet heard it myself, but it’s often reviewed to have a SET amp richness and nuance while still maintaining authority and clarity. Extremely well built for the price - great QC:

https://www.kinki-studio.com/copy-of-home

https://youtu.be/rSJTNrbA-uw

I have Quicksilver Mid Monos and Love them. Can't see ever selling them. I use a Conrad Johnson LS17 Preamp with them. I also use a Forte Class A SS amp ( Nelson Pass Design) in a second system and although  it doesn't sound like tubes, I could easily live with it. Bought it for a song.

Not looking to hijack this thread but is there any preamp worth considering as an upgrade to my CJ LS17 that mates well with the Mid Monos. Just Asking

@tonydennison 

What if you rephrase your original post?

When you look at my virtual system, what can I do, short of buying a tube power amplifier, to get more of a tube like musical experience?  My budget for such a change is $xxxx.

Also, rather than “as good as tubes”, maybe you could let us know what specific audio characteristics would constitute “as good as tubes”.  I mention all of this because there are probably many aspects of your system that could be upgraded to move you closer to your goal.  My digital was greatly improved with changes in streamer and DAC.  I am a believer in hybrid systems and for me it is a hybrid integrated amplifier.

You should consider Sugden. I think you can find an A21 integrated in your price range