Best 300B SET

Seldom do you come across a gear which is actually "the best" in the world almost undisputed and when that happens it is a ethreal feeling. At least when it comes to 300B SET I know there is no better amp than the Wavac EC-300B. It is not among the best but the absolute top among 300B SET amps. I know I am sticking my neck out by proclaiming something so ridiculous but I can say this because I have heard all the top 300B SETs recently and that includes the top Audio Note, Shindo, Mastersound, Border Patrol, Audion, Line Magnetic (though it doesnt stand in this league exactly), Allnic, Trafomatic Audio, Yamamoto A09S and few more that I need to recollect. The Wavac not only beats them all but actually makes them all sound relatively ordinary. Steve Hoffman uses it as his all time reference 300B amp too. It is the most neutral, full range and accurate sounding 300B amp I have ever come across. Really if you can pull it off, go and listen to it, else don't.

Hi Pani,
In another thread you were considering other amplifiers for your Tannoys. If it came to a choice, would you,
1.keep the Wavac and find another speaker that's more compatible, or
2. Keep the Tannoy and replace the Wavac? Or has this issue been resolved?
Charles,

Hi Charles,
If you read my previous post on this thread I have mentioned that the Wavac is the best ever "300B" SET that I know of and that too by a significant margin. I am still evaluating the Tannoys with the 10 watt Wavac. There are many wow moments which makes me wonder if I really should compromise quality for more watts.

All said one thing thats sunny clear to me is that 300B inherently has its own way of presenting music. Its midrange focus quite apparent. That is the reason why 300B is not a very suitable tube for Rock, pop, electronica music listeners. If I ever change from the Wavac I will probably move to a different tube altogether. Staying within the 300B realm I do not know if I can live with a different amp.

Hi Pani,
I find the good 300b SET amps allow me to enjoy any genre of music. I'm primarily into jazz, big band and some classical music. However when I do play electronic Chicago blues or rock at home it is very satisfying and gets me very involved. I've concluded that it's really all about the amplifier and speaker match. My amp and speakers are made by the same builder so that's certainly an advantage(and short cut) for me. I share your thoughts on the fabulous midrange they provide. Personally the most nuanced, realistic tone and timbre I've ever experienced so far.
Charles,

Pani, I happen to very much enjoy Rock and pop and heavy rock music on my 300b amp and speakers. The guitars drums vocals, etc simply jump out and grab me and take me on a wild room filling textured ride.

Rock with 300b's in the right system is deff a go!

Jet