$3,000 is not all that much for an amp. You should definitely listen VERY CAREFULLY before you invest. Do objective comparisons between tube and solid state amps. You don't have to listen to every amp on the market, but consider listening to what's available to you.
If you're going for tubes, don't forget to factor in the expense of the care and feeding of tube amps.
I'm not trying to throw water on your vision, just trying to ground it in reality and to help you up come up with the best options at your price point.
If you're going for tubes, don't forget to factor in the expense of the care and feeding of tube amps.
I'm not trying to throw water on your vision, just trying to ground it in reality and to help you up come up with the best options at your price point.