I’d like to answer the OP’s original question, "Is there a Solid State amp that can satisfy a SET guy?" (as opposed to what many here seem to think was asked, i.e. is there a SS amp that sounds like a SET amp), since I was able to find an answer suited for myself; that is a resounding YES.
I’ve been a SET guy for many, many years (25+), and loved every minute of it. I’ve ran a variety SET amps based on 845s, PX25s, 300bs, VV32bs, 6C33Cs etc. but in an attempt to simplify my system, reduce heat output, and reduce costs (power tube replacements and electricity costs), I have found joy in tubeville using a Pass Labs XA25 amp (which I think has been brought up a few times in this thread).
I have tried numerous SS amps over the years while I ran my SET amps, and none of them really did it form me, until I put the Pass XA25 in the system. Does it sound like a SET amp? NO. Does it satisfy this SET lover and music lover... absolutely YES. Mind you, I have a tubed preamp (Backert Labs Rhumba) and a tubed DAC (Audio Mirror Tubadour III) in front of the XA25, and result is wonderful. YMMV!
I’ve been a SET guy for many, many years (25+), and loved every minute of it. I’ve ran a variety SET amps based on 845s, PX25s, 300bs, VV32bs, 6C33Cs etc. but in an attempt to simplify my system, reduce heat output, and reduce costs (power tube replacements and electricity costs), I have found joy in tubeville using a Pass Labs XA25 amp (which I think has been brought up a few times in this thread).
I have tried numerous SS amps over the years while I ran my SET amps, and none of them really did it form me, until I put the Pass XA25 in the system. Does it sound like a SET amp? NO. Does it satisfy this SET lover and music lover... absolutely YES. Mind you, I have a tubed preamp (Backert Labs Rhumba) and a tubed DAC (Audio Mirror Tubadour III) in front of the XA25, and result is wonderful. YMMV!