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Tube Integrated in Home Theater?

I was wondering if anyone had any experience using a tube integrated amplifier in a combo 2ch/HT setup? I've been using a SS integrated (Plinius 8200) for a long time and while I love the sound I'm really craving tubes (probably go with VAC Avatar). My concern is whether the tubes will be able to handle constant switching on/off and looooong periods of use (8+ hours at a time)? I use this setup for everything including 2ch music, movies, parties, gaming, etc. I'm also concerned that tubes won't give me the "punch" required for movies. I listen to mostly classical, jazz and blues (SACD & RBCD) but also plenty of rock. Thanks!

My system: Von Schweikert VR4JR/LCR15/TS150/VRS1, Plinius 8200, Marantz SR8500, Sony S9000ES(2CH)/Marantz DV9500(MCH)
thetrembler
shiva
181 posts
 
I had two sets of speaker wire when I had a combo such as yours. One set out of my tube intergrated and the other out of my A/V receiver. I just switched them out at the speaker taps when I wanted to use my tube amp. So the systems never mix and you run the tube amp just when you want to.
vett93
205 posts
 
My 2-ch equipment are connected to HT also. When I am using the HT, I set the front speakers at "small". The subwoofers will do the "punch".

Don't turn on and off frequently your tube equipment though.
maineiac
649 posts
 
Take a look at my system as I have done almost exactly what you are attempting right on down to the VAC Avatar Super which I originally used with VSA-4JR. You should not encounter any problems with the set-up you are anticipating. I have/had plenty of punch with movies, 80W can do some heavy lifting and I think you will be pleased with the results. Please feel free to e-mail me with more specific questions.
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