Jc51373, what I find that (most) transistors cannot do is play slam and definition- crucial for playing metal. On top you still need to get the cymbals right. Ya need tubes! In fact, even in the studio, the best microphones for recording cymbals are tube condensor mics.
I admit that not all tube amps are up to the task. For that matter most speakers aren't either. But the question was- *best* amps for... and the *best* amps are tube. Getting bass right is easy- you just have to have bandwidth well below 20Hz and keep the power supplies stable.
I admit that not all tube amps are up to the task. For that matter most speakers aren't either. But the question was- *best* amps for... and the *best* amps are tube. Getting bass right is easy- you just have to have bandwidth well below 20Hz and keep the power supplies stable.