I would agree. A decent tube pre-amp + Class D amp is a hard combo to beat for overall versatility and good sound.
Maybe the Class D trend will ironically provide a fresh boost for tube based gear as well. That would be ironic. Could be just what high end audio needs though, an effective blend of the best of the old and new that people might actually want in their homes and be able to afford to boot.
450 pound monoblocks are a very cool statement, but is there any doubt the market for 450 pound monoblock amps is limited?
Maybe the Class D trend will ironically provide a fresh boost for tube based gear as well. That would be ironic. Could be just what high end audio needs though, an effective blend of the best of the old and new that people might actually want in their homes and be able to afford to boot.
450 pound monoblocks are a very cool statement, but is there any doubt the market for 450 pound monoblock amps is limited?