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Please help me understand

There are two concepts I've never been able to reconcile. How is it possible for different amps to have similar distortion levels (inaudible), yet still have what audiophiles might describe as a "tonal signature". In other words, how is it possible for an amp to have a perceived "warm" or "bright" sound, if it's accurately reproducing the input signal? It seems to me that all high quality, properly functioning amps should sound the same. If they don't, them some of them aren't doing their job very well.
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mapman
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PRetty much everything in the signal path makes a difference to some extent, some more audible than others. Add it all up and there is good chance two amps will not sound exactly the same.

There's a lot more to it than the minimal measurements and specs that are typically made available if you are lucky.
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mapman
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My dog loves to listen to my system even when cranked. He sits relaxed and his ears twitch as he soaks it all in. I take that as a good sign.

HE likes to chase animals. When animal noises are played, his ears really perk and he has to think about what he hears.

The dog barking and howling in "Seamus" by Pink Floyd sends him over the top every time. Also "Dogs" from PF's "Animals"

My dog may have some issues.
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