tube amps sounding like solid state and vv

is ss the dark side of tubes ?

I guess in the the case of SS versus tubes it's a matter of perspective based on preference.

Is tubes the bright side of ss?

I think it's a mis-conception, brought on by the fact that many of todays tube amps have extended freq response....unlike those built in times past.

The same with solid state. This design, for the most part, has advanced past the grainy midrange, and chalk board high freq's of times past.

In truth...the best of each type do sound somewhat alike. Both have good bass, and good treble....the biggest difference is in the mid-ranges, (lower/mid/upper) midrange.

Some people can't hear these smaller differences (and the reasons for this vary) They need a products of yesteryear, to confirm that there is a difference...or, a new product...with designed-in colorations.

To my ear...tube amps "do not" sound like solid state? But then again...I don't think Krell amps are bright either?.

I think we read things, and then they grow legs.

Dave

Marty, FWIW I gave up my tube amp and went with the TAD Hibachis beefed up version. Sonics are similar to the TADs tube amps but, a bit more up front and quicker.I have a tube CD and preamp so that may contribute to the tube sound that I am hearing. For the type of music that I listen to( Classic rock) and my equipment (Vandy 2cesigs, tad150, eastern electric CD), it appears to be a better match. Makes the Vandys really rock. Haven't seen a review on this amp but, I will probably write one soon.