Any combination of gear has the potential to sound good. There are many many members here who can attest to this. There are even those with a solid state pre and tube amp.
Your question gets asked about twice a week, so you can also search the old threads.
I think you will find that "maintenance free" and durability is not a criteria most audiophiles use when choosing gear, although we do like good factory warranties.
Your question gets asked about twice a week, so you can also search the old threads.
I think you will find that "maintenance free" and durability is not a criteria most audiophiles use when choosing gear, although we do like good factory warranties.