Ported Speakers and Tube Amps??


Are ported speakers and either tube integrated amps or hybrid integrated's a no-no?

I have read some comments in regard to bass issues when the two are put together so I was looking to confirm this. I am assuming though that an amp with decent output would negate this issue?

Thnx in advance,
mattybumpkin

Showing 1 response by karls

It all depends on what you like. Most ported speakers are going to sound looser than sealed or TL, and most tube amps are going to sound looser than SS. Put the two together and you get more of the same, only compounded because ported speakers rely more on the amp to control the woofer, and this is an area where tubes are notoriously bad. Of course, this is only a generalization and there are exceptions. You won't know until you try it. Don't get your hopes up though if you like tight bass.