Best integrated Tube amp as an intro to tubes


I am beginning to venture into the world of tubes. I would like to start somewhat inexpensively and am looking at both the Jolida 302b and VAC Avatar. I am interested in information, technical, practical, and sensory, that will assist my decision. Thanks!
cdilascia
Cdilascia, The Aronov Audio site is apparently not being maintained. There is a phone number for them: 323-653-3045.
Their hours of business are 9 am to 5 PM, in California.
Please email me if you need information, as I am a big fan, and their links to product reviews would not all be available with a website not functioning correctly. I wonder if the company knows their website is not up any longer?
The current seller is Audiogon member Rockd31 who is selling the integrated tube amp under the sales heading Aronov 960I with a sales price of $1250. I am not connected to either the seller or the manufacturer. Just a BIG FAN.
I understand that Aronov has gone into the high end repair business. I have owned their amps and would certainly buy again. In fact, in the future I plan to have an intergrated in my bedroom and the Aronov is my first choice. I have also owned Jolida which sounded OK but not in the same ball park as Aronov IMHO. it offers very good bass, beautiful mids and extended, detailed high without any fatigue. It's a good idea to start with at least one product that you can build a system around. the Aronov is that kind of unit.
good luck in your search.
I spoke with Mike Aronov on Wednesday to let him know his site wasn't up, which he was surprised to hear. These are great guys to deal with and they make terrific products.
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