Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...

I certainly agree almost 100% with you Grannyring except for one thing, I didn't read anything that Rebbi was unsatisfied with the Decapo/AN amp, are you Rebbi? He has indicated in the past that his preference for music is small scale which could be most satisfying with that in mind. I would agree with you fully if his tastes leads to large scale dynamic music over time that he would have to decide on whether or not to keep the speakers and find another amp or keep the amp and find far more efficient speakers. I'm also in agreement that it is most difficult finding a speaker that is satisfying, particularly at a given price point and in my NOT dedicated listening room, at least it has proven true for myself. It seems Rebbi was VERY deliberate in his choice and listened carefully before going ahead with the AN. The real benefit, regardless of the outcome, is the experience of the process, really commendable.

Rebbi has commented on other threads that the amp clips and does not have enough power on certain kinds of music. Thus my comments.

Charles, understand and thanks for the comments.

My experience confirms that different tube circuits can indeed deliver that SET sound in the context of a total system.

Bill,
I always appreciate your perspectives/impressions.
Take Care,

Always avoid clipping even if subtle.

How hard it will be to find new speakers and how much will largely depend on how much bass extension is needed. If not full range it won't be hard or expensive.

Rebbi- if you think that your amp clips "a little" you might want to consider a sub or pair of subs with its own amplification. I know the ref 3s roll off but I'm not knowledgeable enough to know whether that affects the amp trying to amplify those low frequencies which really gobble up the power.