Eastern Electric/Manley


Hi, having been into SS all my life I've am now going to try tubes but I know nothing about them. Current system -Wadia 850, Meadowlark K2s with a Bel Canto 2i in the middle.

Two starter tube amps have been recommnded - the EE 520 and the Stingray. Does anyone have experience of these amps. Would they be a step down or across from the B/C? I prefer quite a fast, foot-tapping sort of sound with quite a lot detail but some warmth.

Any guidance would be appreciated. Thanks.
cab586
although the ee sounds pretty good, its origins are suspect. the manley is superb.
Try an old Dynaco ST-70 with Mullard EL34...You might dump all your SS gear immediately.
Jaybo- Have you heard the Eastern Electric? Why are you slamming it? They have a great reputation of making an excellent product and standing behind it. I have an EE preamp and it is excellent value.