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best inexpensive tube integrated

I just bought a pair of klipsch heresy speakers in mint condition for a bargin. Ive always wanted to experiment with tube amplification and I think now is the time. I know very little about them(tubes) and want to try them out at a minimum of expense. I paid 350 for the speakers and therefore would like to keep my budget below 700 for a tube integrated. I am not against used equipment. Is it worth a try or is my budget too low to jump into tubes? suggestions please!
zeekzaak
davidsss
43 posts
 
I'd suggest looking at Melody amps if you can find them, I have the I34 or Astro 40 which would be too much but I don't know the price of the SP3 or SP9 over there.

My main point though would be to listen to a couple of tube amps. I listened and found that I preferred tube amps with EL34 tubes over KT88 tubes. You have to satisfy your own ears so have a listen and look for an amp with a sound you like.

Good Luck.

DS
domus413
7 posts
 
this is awesome help!
I now am looking at Tektron pre-amp with Prima Luna prologue 6 mono amps...
have been offered a deal - sooo,
we'll see if I can get my funds together in time.
Thanks again for all the suggestions.
I think the addiction to all of this goes beyond the equipment.
Everyone is so GREAT!
pardales
652 posts
 
The Almarro 205 MkI or MkII would fit the bill. It is a fantastic amp.
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