[bubblegummy]

IMHO, solid state amp has better bass than tube amp. However, I like the midrange produced by the tube.

 

[markl]

Buy the best used PSB speakers you can afford. PSB's are the best value in speakers on the planet!!

Mark

 

[pigmode]

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Originally posted by BoardC3 Isnt that the main thing tubes are known for?

That's a gross oversimplification you are refering to (tubes>warm).

I can't comment on PSBs, but I know most comments on MIT are that they are warm. Do you really want to buy an amp to match your speaker cables? Seems like an amp is the more primary component--that's the way I conceptualize it anyway, and the way I plan/ build my system.

For relatively troublefree audio, I would personally go with a Brit SS amp like the MF, Creek, or Rega. Other than that, I'm pretty much commited to tube gear.

 

[CRESCENDOPOWER]

In that price range I would be looking at an Arcam integrated.

 

[ServinginEcuador]

check out various web sites to read about the various speakers out there in your budget. Here's a few review sites that might get you started:

Audio Review

ECoustics]


These are really good as you can read the reviews by both individuals and professional reviewers to get both sides of the story!!

Hope this helps!!