I have 3 SET's. A wavelength Gemini 45, and custom built 2A3's and 300B's. I think each tube has its strength and like to use all 3 based on the type of music. I think the 45 really shines in vocals. I use the 2A3 primarily for Jazz and 300B for larger Classical works. Enjoy the 45's - it does have an addicting "you are there" sound. Also have fun tube swapping. Very different sounds based on whether you use new/NOS tubes and mesh.
Anybody else got a 45 SET amp?
I've had several 45 SETs before and not until I had James Burgess build me one that I've finally seen the light (or maybe heard the light). I've long been a 2a3 freak but I'm converted. Call me hard headed, but the 45 sounds so good! It's a microscope on the music. I mean your gear better be up to snuff. It is like you'll be sitting in front of your rig while the the trash needs to to be taken out and you've not eaten in a day or two. It's like a crack addict. You don't need to apply unless you've got the SET fever anyway. You'll just not understand until you hear this kind of sound. I've been in this hobby for 30 years and you just don't know what your missing until you hear what your missing a SET amp on some real good single drivers is hard to beat!