Tube question


I’m running a Rogue Audio Cronus Magnum II integrated amp and I really like it. I rolled the small signal tubes from stock JJs to Gold Lions and a Brimer in the center position (preamp tube). I’m happy with the results but have since upgraded my phono stage about a year ago to the Herron VTPH-2A phono stage which also uses tubes (damn I love this thing!) My question is: Am I even utilizing the rolled tubes in the CMII anymore now that I’m bypassing the phono preamp in the CMII and using the Herron? Thanks! 
paulgardner
The phono section in the CMII is solid state. So you are utilizing the rolled tubes in the preamp section!