SET vs Class A vs tubes vs Class AB amps


Long time reader, first time poster here. Can someone describe the basic differences in sound between a Class A amp , an SET amp, a Class AB and a regular tube amp? Are there basic sound differences in the general sense? I have only owned Class AB amps.
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Showing 1 response by axo0oxa

As mentioned by pretty much all posters above it depends on the designer how the amplifier is going to sound and its advantages or disadvantages. The ultimate goal is to power the speaker comfortable with more power in reserve than the speakers will need and not to impart a sound coloration onto the music.
The more important issue is a total system synergy where all the components work well with each other. Component matching to the size of your room, your taste in music and preferred listening volume.