Affordable SS that sound like Tubes


I was a 100% vinyl guy for many years. Due to maintenance cost and aggravation I switched to DSD after a lot of research and I have no regrets.

 

I am looking for suggestions on affordable SS that sounds as good as Tubes. 

 

Here's the rub. My Mid Monos were less than $2,000 brand new and they sound incredible. As does my Pre that costed me less than $1,000.

Integrated suggestions are welcomed.

And I would like to hear from people that had fine tube equipment and switched to fine SS equipment.

And please, no mention of "Tubes have Higher Distortion." LOL

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128x128tonydennison

Now, I know what you guys are thinking, but in defense of @Audphile1 , if he is listening to CD’s, then yes, absolutely, PSAudios Bridge will sound fantastic and streaming will be the "best", but scrap the bridge and play DSD through Audirvana, bypassing Mac processing through a good USB and the sound will shock even the learned ears of Audiphile1.

OP

I am looking for suggestions on affordable SS that sounds as good as Tubes.

I think Exclusive audio (Japan) AMP-5521 int amp sounds as good as a tube amp.

Age (Lianne La Havas), Live recording

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AgNVBSFHKgA

Wipe out (Surfaris); Drum by Sina

Alex/Wavetouch

I may have made an assumption about the PS Audio network card based on how good the one in my Bricasti M3 is. 

As to streaming, I have Tidal, Qobuz and an extensive library of ripped CDs and many DSD files.
 

In any case, given your attitude, thick headedness and sarcasm that prevent you from being receptive to a different perspective and ideas other than what you have convinced yourself of, I’m over and out. Enjoy the journey. 

@audphile1 

I was only responding to your condescending attitude from the get go, so...good riddens.