will changing to solid-state make the bass in my wilson sophias better at low volume?


I've noticed that my sophias really shine when they're cranked up a bit, which is great, but I'm wondering if I can't get more of that, esp. the bass, at lower volumes. my tube amps (Cary Slam-100s in triode) are ~50w/ch, more than the 25w/ch minimum wilson recommends. it seems to me that I could either get a sub or try a solid-state power amp. it'd be easy enough to try either/both, but I'm curious what people have to say. thanks!
musicslug
IME, tube power will produce full and detailed bass but SS can produce more sharp edges. Tubes have a more loose sound but also more real. If you like that SS sharpness, try it. My preference is tubes.
Leave it alone and get a couple of sealed 8 - 10' sealed port (small) subs and be very happy. I NEVER use tubes for bass in my main system. Just doesn't work.  25-50 watts will do great from 60-100hz and UP.

Below that is the BLOATED BASS issue typical of valve amps.. SS is always better. You can't EQ what you don't have without a SQ price. HEAVY bass really taxes valve amps. They do pretty good doing one or the other but both, not so good. Easy fix.. Get a little sub an place it right under your rump. :-) No just kidding.. though that is close.. maybe right behind your chair.  OR A pair right behind on either side.. close to the side walls. No ported though...Want to get fancy servos.. 8-10" yup.

Regards..
@musicslug , look up Fletcher-Munson curves. This explains your problem. This is why people are talking about a Loudness Control. It kicks up the bass and treble bit still thins ae "right" at only one volume.
I just prefer to turn it up until it sounds right. 
Subs can get you there for sure. Buy a solid SS from a company that has a trial period and see what happens. Personally, I like the set and forget approach. Constantly changing settings would get tedious to me after a bit. I’m all about finding a sweet spot and letting it be. The only way to find out for sure is to audition a few amps. Your current tube amp may not have a high enough bias to drive your woofers well at low volume. Maybe play with that if you an adjustable bias setting.
thanks again. this is all very helpful. I'll probably try a subwoofer in the near future...