Cheap reliable 100 wpc tube amps


I have seen a few good deals on some cheap older model tubes amps from Counterpoint, ARC, etc., under $750. Are these worth the effort just to get strated into tubes or should I wait and buy a tube amp in the under $2K price range like BAT, ARC, CJ, Quicks, etc.?

Thanks and Happy Listening.
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Showing 1 response by bemopti123

I used to have the Sonic Frontiers Power 2, excellent sound quality and built to high standards, cannot be beat for around 2K range. The sub 1K power amps, I wonder whether they will keep up with the sonic signature of the newer amps. Some offerings by VAC also might be a good buy, around 1k+.....The Rogue offerings might also be tempting. If I had 1k to spend, I would save some more and get one of the amps I stated. The problem with older models might be the caps and other items that might need replacement, if I am not mistaken.