I second the Eastern Electric M520 int amp.. I have tried and used most of the above amps in my particular system and after hearing this amp it is still in my system for the past three years, I can concur for the money it is a great bargain. Very musical and great tone.. If you can afford to replace all of the stock tubes for some NOS Mullards and Telefunkens you will have an amp that will just give you goosebumps!! IMHO.. It has a remote and Bill is a great guy to talk and deal with..By the way this was my first jump to tubes and personally I have enjoyed this amp and tube sound for the past three years. I won't and don't feel the need to go back to SS..The sad part is there are so many people out there that do not know about this little gem..Of course it all boils down to what tickles your fancy..
Integrated Tube Amplifier for First Timer?
Hi gang,
Been researching, and need some final direction...Speakers are high efficiency coaxial horns....
Looking to put a toe in the water before I make a bigger investment, so which do you believe would give the best impression of tubes on a budget (under $1,500 new):
Jolida 302RC
Cayin T-50 or equivalent (There's seems to be a number of amplifers that use this Spark chassis under varying name brands)
Other similar?
I would like to keep the power at 30/wpc minimum (large room, listening tastes and habits)...
Thanks!
Been researching, and need some final direction...Speakers are high efficiency coaxial horns....
Looking to put a toe in the water before I make a bigger investment, so which do you believe would give the best impression of tubes on a budget (under $1,500 new):
Jolida 302RC
Cayin T-50 or equivalent (There's seems to be a number of amplifers that use this Spark chassis under varying name brands)
Other similar?
I would like to keep the power at 30/wpc minimum (large room, listening tastes and habits)...
Thanks!