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the odyssey khartago
Electrocompaniet amps will do exactly what you desire.Based on your comments they make SS amps right in your sweet spot. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
I used to own Paul's IC and they are a steal and wonderful. I mean wonderful! I now own some Fusion Romance IC's that are also top notch. I say both are top contenders with the Fusion having a touch more beauty and warmth while the TRL IC's are mo... 
Throwing your gear under the bus
Puchased and sold Merlin VSM speakers 3 times! 
Solid State Power Amps That Sound Most Like Tubes?
Bob Carver Sunfire Signature amp does sound very good indeed. Lots of warmth and body. I was very, very surprised how great the Sunfire Signature 600 x 2 amp is. 
Solid State Power Amps That Sound Most Like Tubes?
If what you mean by tube sound is warm and inviting for long listening periods with no listener fatigue, then Electrocompaniet is what what you want.Also Monarchy hybrid amps would work great. Problem is all tube amps sound different. Some are ver... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
I like the Dude plugged into the wall usually, however right now I have it plugged into a BPT 3.5 Ultra to great effect.Stronger bass and better focus. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
I did try a Lessloss cord and must share that the TRL cord was FAR better on the Dude. Not even close. The Lessloss sounded rather dull and lost focus and clarity compared to the TRL cord.The Lessloss sounded better on my CD player, but did not wo... 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Agear is right. I use TRL power cords also. 
Review: Tube Research Labs Dude Tube preamp
Mine are clear glass. I have not seen a smoked before? Mine are not thick at all and rather neutral and tonally wonderful. 
Onda Cables RMAF, anyone hear them or opinions ?
I forgot and did not or do not know the company. Older age setting in I guess.I like Fusion Romance! 
Onda Cables RMAF, anyone hear them or opinions ?
How much for them Pat? 
Fusion Audio Romance series cables
I also use his Romance IC's and think they as good as you say. Keepers for sure! 
Lightspeed Attenuator - Best Preamp Ever?
I do want my system to sound like the natural sound of an instrument or voice un-amplified electronically. A piano for example is the most difficult to get right. That is where I really miss the weight and scale on the LSA as well as large Orchest... 
Lightspeed Attenuator - Best Preamp Ever?
Thanks all for the great thread of life here. Van the Man has the same hefty and full bodied voice on all of his last CD's recorded over the past 20 years or so. I simply don't get that or the 3D stage of the recording or live performance with the... 
Lightspeed Attenuator - Best Preamp Ever?
No, it is the recording my preamp has more fidelity to, not distortion etc... I have heard Van Morrison live on many an occasion and the weight and heft of his voice is missing on the LSA compared to the active. Sorry, but them there are the simpl...