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SS amps that sound like tubes?

I am looking for a solid state amp that you feel sounds like a tube amp with a 150 to 250 wpc power output rating. The amp must have high current capability. Price range new or used $3000 maximum. I have heard that GamuT amps offer a lush tube like sound although one reviewer stated the amp clipped when playing at loud volume levels. I have heard that Sonogy makes an amp that compares to the BAT VK-75 tube amp. Sonogy is little known amp company from New Jersey.

Thanks for your input and suggestions.
bigkidz
lmasino
6 posts
 
If transistors could or would "sound like" tubes, why would anyone want to build or buy tubed amlifiers? My opinion (from experiance) that there is not such a thing as tube sounding solid state amp.
mwilson
430 posts
 
Mandatory Pass Aleph series mention. Agree with the CJ nod as well.
kira
83 posts
 
Monarchy SE-100 Delux monoblocks. $2400 new, much less used. Excellent reviews everywhere.
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timo
610 posts
 
I use Ayre V-3s in my system in a biamped configuration. They put out 200 w/ch into a 4 ohm load. Very musical!
captain
81 posts
 
THE THRESHOLD E SERIES ARE SOME OF THE BEST SOLID STATE AMPS PERIOD,I.M.H.O. OF COURSE AND I HAVE HAD ALOT OF AMPS.
MY FAVORITES ARE THE THRESHOLD SA6E MONOBLOCKS.THEY ARE RATED AT 125/WATTS OF PURE CLASS A MAGIC WITH VERY HIGH CURRENT.
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