Solid state is not a bad thing. The NOS tube bug is a bad thing. It will happen if you buy a tube amplifier, especially one that rolls tubes easily, like a Cary or a Rogue.
I'd keep the Plinius and be happy. It's a fine amplifier. However, if the tube bug persists, try a Sophia, the one that uses EL34s. It's inexpensive; it resells quickly; it sounds great (find one with upgraded caps); and it has power enough (30 watts?) to discover if you like tubes for the long haul.
I'd keep the Plinius and be happy. It's a fine amplifier. However, if the tube bug persists, try a Sophia, the one that uses EL34s. It's inexpensive; it resells quickly; it sounds great (find one with upgraded caps); and it has power enough (30 watts?) to discover if you like tubes for the long haul.