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SS Preamp+valve Amp vs Valve Preamp+SS Amp

Hi, I have been wondering for quite a while as what would be the sonic differences between (1)SS Preamp+ Valve Amp
(2) Valve Preamp+ SSAmp . I can only think of the benefit of (2)is smoother highs and better bass-slam.I just don't understand the philosophy behind (1)-(one of the company reportedly using Pure Class A design for the preamp section,while using 2 ESL34 per channel for the output. what would be the sonic advantages of it? ). Your opinion and suggestion is highly appreciated and thanks in advance
Simon
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sorlowski
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Very interesting question!
I have noticed that most audiophiles prefers 1) combination,
2) combination seems to me more reasonable because cost of maintenance would be much lower, I silently hope that they would be sonically equal, because this is what I'm going to do...
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