thank you for your responses. i have read several reviews and am concerned based upon what i have read on audionervosa, that this amp may not be warm enough.
i prefer as much warmth as i can get.
i won't use the word "tubey" as it has been mentioned in other threads.
i wonder if any ss amp can compensate for a poor sounding recording, especially sibilance.
just thinking out loud.
i may have to call some of my manufacturer contacts to get some direction on this matter