Triode vs. Ultra-Linear vs. SET


Sonicly, is it advisable to set a push-pull tube Amp in triode mode if I've got enough power?

I've go a 60 watt Rogue Tempest Magnum integrated and I'll soon be receiving a pair of Von Schweikert DB-100's which are 100 db. 30 watts in triode would seem to be enough.

Also, sonicly, does a push-pull triode setting approach a SET in quality?

I'm just beginning to learn about ultra linear, triode and SET's and I've got a ways to go.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
richardmr

Showing 1 response by ultrakaz

The Rogue 88 sounds better in triode than it does in ultralinear. Since the Rogue can be set very easily in either mode you should try both and see (hear) for yourself which you prefer.

I compared the Rogue 88 in triode against a 300b SET and found that they are more similar sounding than different. The 300b worked better with single driver speakers (Lowther, Fostex, etc.), while the Rogue had more punch with efficient multiple driver speakers. Also, if you run the Rogue without the cover you can disable the fan, which adds noise. E-mail Mark O'Brien at Rogue and he will tell you how.