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Good beginner tube amp suggestions

currently i have a music hall 2.1 with grado gold cartridge run through a bellari vp129 through an nakamichi amp. i am using old paradigm mini monitors. i'd liek to upgrade, but i am a student with a limited income. i know there is something out there i can at least shoot for. suggestions much appreciated!
roggae
jorgeparrapuppy
257 posts
 
Don't forget Primaluna, whether integrated, stereo
or monoblocs, they're excellent. I've got the 6s
if you'd like to discuss.
smeyers
181 posts
 
If your system will work Ok with 20WPC, the Antique Sound Labs Wave AV-25 DT (or the older AV-20) is a nice choice. They cost $700 for the pair (monoblocs) new, but could be had for much less used. I've used the AV-20's in an office system for a few years, and they have been perfectly reliable and very nice sounding.
joe_in_seattle
114 posts
 
Sophia baby electric was what I tried first - $350 used, but it provided a LOT of what I get through a much more expensive amp now.
roggae OP
95 posts
 
thanks folks. i'll get to researching these suggestions today!

fun stuff!
rleff
1,065 posts
 
what kind of music do you like,how big is the listening room and at what levels do you listen at?
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