Is there a Great Integrated Tube amp for $3-4K


Looking for a great integrated that holds resale value with EL-34 sound, about 75-80 WPC with the good qualities of tubes, without sacrificing a S/S sounding Lower end?
brashgordon
VAC Avatar has 60 watts though is supposed to sound more powerful and has excellent bass and midrange according to what I have read
I went through this very quest recently and the short answer is no, it doesn't exist. I ended up back at separates. I would second Jeff's recommendation to look into the BAT VK300x. The only problem is that they're still so new that they're definitely going to lose some value over the next few years. Not a problem if you plan on keeping it awhile.
Not to mention that the VK-300x is more than $4k. A decked out one with all tubes is right at $6k... Very nice sound however! Arthur
Belles 250i.

120 or 125 into 8ohms, separate PS, hybrid (tubes in driver/pre stage). Newer design, surely up there in sound and quality, though admittedly I've never heard it.

$3k list, you might be able to cut a deal.

Also, VTL IT-85 (is that the model ?). VTL is well-known for their tube "heft" and power.

Best 'o' luck !

Todd - chams_uk
Ensemble B-50 Tiger(?) I think it was.. great amp, you very rarely would see it used