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Entry level tube amps?

I'm thinking about experimenting with tube amps. The goal is simple. I would like my system to sound more reed in the sax and resin in the bow of cello. For the time being I would like the cost to be under $2000, preferably under $1000. If I like what I hear I might go full out with tube amps. If I don't feel there is enough improvement then I'll just stay with solid state design. So this is an important moment for me.
jylee
br3098
997 posts
 
That's a pretty nice system you have there. I was going to suggest that you look at new speakers, but...

I am of the opinion that source components (and speakers) make the largest change in overall sound quality, and that the improvements diminish as you get to the middle (power amp). Have you tried other CD players or transposts/DACs? I have tried a couple of universal disc players (admittedly not the Linn) and have not been satisfied. Just my $.02 worth.
clio09
3,360 posts
 
The RM-9 is a very good amp, but if you don't need that much power the Music Reference RM-10 at a very solid 35 watts could be a better choice.
dan_ed
2,451 posts
 
I doubt you will accomplish your goal with a change in amps only, because I doubt that what you wish to hear is on the CDs.

And, straighten up that plasma! ;-)
jylee OP
306 posts
 
The plasma is mounted ok. It was crooked camera angle. It has been updated with better and more recent picture showing current equipments. :)
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