tub preamp vs ss preamp with ss amp.


Is there any advantages to useing a tub preamp over a ss preamp with a ss amp? Im' trying to lean this hifi game. So can you tell me what the differences are that would be a big help to me. I just notice that a lot of people prefer to use the tub preamp. I'm not really sure the pros and cons with tub vs ss anyway. Therefore if anyone can educate me I would be very thankful to you.
tmoon

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The tube preamp and ss amp gives one the "warmth"
of tubes with the overall bass and soundstage"control"
from the solid state.Certain music pieces lend themselves to both,and that is where the "hybrid" scenario really
comes into play.For example,Frank Sinatra music----
the vocals and big band sound light up with tubes,and the "pop" ,bass,and overall soundstage benefit from the solid state.It's a great combo----