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Tube amps that kick ass?

I'd like to find a high powered tube amp that can deliver all the magic that tubes are known for AND that kicks butt. Solid, tight bass with good authority. Dynamic, quick, but handles the little information (micro) sweetly as well. A tube amp that will play rock and roll at realistic volumes – the way rock in roll was meant to be enjoyed - and still sound great.

Any ideas? 10K or under? preferably 5K or so

Thanks for all responses.
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dan_ed
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Keith,

why all the concern about high power with the 5A's? Ok, there are some demands down around 100Hz but most of the heavy lifting is being done by the sub's plate amp, which I hope is also rolling off the woofer just about that 100Hz. Anyway, I would be more concerned with synergy than just raw power numbers. You just may be surprised at what the "right" 50 watt/ch PP (or OTL) amp sounds like. Good luck with your search.
dan_ed
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Gallant_diva,

If they work for some and sound rolled off to you, would you not suspect a mismatch somewhere?
dan_ed
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I'm not arguing anything, just making a suggestion. Might I make another? "In my system the VTLs sounded rolled from the top." FWIW. :-)
dan_ed
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I'm not your "pal", "buddy", "son", etc. have a nice life.
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