I've read that whatever distortion tubes add is more pleasing to the ear (odd order vs. even order?).
I've also heard that tubes are 'easier on the signal'.
It's also been said that tube equipment just sounds good no matter how cheap it is. Try listening to an old tube radio - mono, cheap, etc. - it will probably be at least somewhat pleasurable to listen to. Then listen to a cheap solid-state radio and prepare to cringe!
I've also heard that tubes are 'easier on the signal'.
It's also been said that tube equipment just sounds good no matter how cheap it is. Try listening to an old tube radio - mono, cheap, etc. - it will probably be at least somewhat pleasurable to listen to. Then listen to a cheap solid-state radio and prepare to cringe!