I agree with Evank above. I hardly ever have to rebias my A318b. I run it at a lower bias (.170) to get a slightly warmer, more laid back perspective (also very easy on the tubes) to a higher bias (.190 or slightly higher) to get more power and more dynamics. It's a very versatile amp, and it does sound great, especially after having Jupiter copper foil caps installed. It takes very nicely to tube rolling as well.
SET amps (almarro vs decware)
I'm looking to buy a SET amp under 1500 with at least 4 watts.
The two I'm looking at are
Almarro a318b
Decware zen triode integrated
Almarro is super tough to find used right now, and prices seem to have gone way up. I've read posts a few years back about people picking these up used for $1200. Maybe the a205a?
Decware is attractive to me because of the lifetime warranty. If the almarro broke, I'd have no idea what to do.
I am am looking for some opinions between these two amps, and maybe the a205a as well.
Ease of ownership is a factor too. I want an amp that I can keep for many many years with little hassle.
Thanks guys
The two I'm looking at are
Almarro a318b
Decware zen triode integrated
Almarro is super tough to find used right now, and prices seem to have gone way up. I've read posts a few years back about people picking these up used for $1200. Maybe the a205a?
Decware is attractive to me because of the lifetime warranty. If the almarro broke, I'd have no idea what to do.
I am am looking for some opinions between these two amps, and maybe the a205a as well.
Ease of ownership is a factor too. I want an amp that I can keep for many many years with little hassle.
Thanks guys