MOST tubelike solid state amp


Sorry for another "most" thread.

I am rebuilding a system from scratch and desperately wish I could find a truly tubelike ss amp. I am particularly sensitive to "excessive detail," but had hoped I could get away from some of the challenges of tube gear to take advantage of the many strengths of ss....

My speakers love high current, as will their replacement pair (Avalons- Opus now, Eidolon some day). Front end is digital now (ML390s). I have listened to many of the usual suspects- levinson (336 and 33H), Pass (a couple from the X series, but not the biggest ones), Classe Omega, Plinius... but now find myself contemplating a VTL MB 450 or MB750.

Are there any other SS amps which tube lovers find wonderful too? What about YBA, Goldmund, Spectral, Rowland? I haven't heard these yet, but feel the pull of tubes getting stronger with every fatiguing moment...

Your opinions are much appreciated
jwaugh
their are many great ss amps out their , but i think that if you like tubes , then only tubes will make you happy. good luck .
If you need some power then consider the Sim Moon W-5 or the Blue Circle BC26.
I have associated Classe' (before 201/301 etc. series), Plinius, and Pass with a tube-like mid-range, but HQ SS bass. I would also include the McCormack DNA2, and especially the up-graded versions in the tube-like mid-range group. I have a DNA2 Rev. A. But if you're a tube guy-- well the only thing that will do it for you is tubes;>) Good Luck. Craig
I believe that if you audition the Lamm 1.1 Hybrid Monoblocks you will stop looking for the magic
These amps will give you ALL the power and low end authority as the best Levinson's or Krells coupled with the Magic of the best tube amps from the likes of Audio Research or Cary or Atmasphere or many others

Read the reviews, call Vladimir and give them a try