If you're curious what the full tube experience is like, you'll never know without giving it a try. Then do some tube rolling to taylor the tonal balance and signature specifically to your liking. It's not only fun to do, but is part of the experience that only tubes can offer. Most won't go back.
Should I got full tubes or stick with hybrid amps?
I currently have a Jolida 1501. I like it but I think I have upgraditis. I originally bought it (hybrid) because I’m really sensitive to highs (get a headache). It’s been good to me and I can listen without fatigue.
To help with upgraditis, I just bought a Yamaha AS801 to try out and although it definitely sounds good and has nice detail it is creating a little fatigue for me. I’m still in the break-in period so this may smooth out a bit. (I definitely like having bass/treble controls).
Thinking about picking up a full tube amp or another hybrid for comparison. I don’t know much about other manufacturers of tubes/hybrids.
What’s the difference (sonically) between a hybrid and a full tube amp? Any recommendations?
Thanks!!
To help with upgraditis, I just bought a Yamaha AS801 to try out and although it definitely sounds good and has nice detail it is creating a little fatigue for me. I’m still in the break-in period so this may smooth out a bit. (I definitely like having bass/treble controls).
Thinking about picking up a full tube amp or another hybrid for comparison. I don’t know much about other manufacturers of tubes/hybrids.
What’s the difference (sonically) between a hybrid and a full tube amp? Any recommendations?
Thanks!!
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