gg107,
Your first reason may have been true in the past, but I think it hasn't been so in a long time. Number two is right on; they are looked at as old fashioned by some audiophiles who are dazzled by the latest technological twists.
Finally, they are as you say voiced (as all amps are) in a certain way that doesn't appeal to all listeners, although that voicing, in their SS gear has changed over the years.
I also think that their brand has been hurt somewhat in the minds of audiophiles who have no real experience with them by parrots who perpetually compare them to Harley Davidson and Rolex.
That's really just a lot of nonsense, and I think is strikes a positive note to some who like to buy American (HarleyDavidson) and others who value good resale (Rolex)
Your first reason may have been true in the past, but I think it hasn't been so in a long time. Number two is right on; they are looked at as old fashioned by some audiophiles who are dazzled by the latest technological twists.
Finally, they are as you say voiced (as all amps are) in a certain way that doesn't appeal to all listeners, although that voicing, in their SS gear has changed over the years.
I also think that their brand has been hurt somewhat in the minds of audiophiles who have no real experience with them by parrots who perpetually compare them to Harley Davidson and Rolex.
That's really just a lot of nonsense, and I think is strikes a positive note to some who like to buy American (HarleyDavidson) and others who value good resale (Rolex)