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Tubes for HT?

What do you folks think about using tube monoblock amps for HT (amplification specifically for the 3 front chanels, L/C/R)? I've been thinking of swapping my Musical Fidelity M250 Monoblocks with a tube amp. I'm kinda yearning for the sweet, warm sound of tubes. I'm not familiar with tubes being used for HT, so I'm a little concerned about clipping (power output), heat, realibility etc. I'm guessing you folks know where I'm coming from on this one... Call it a dual purpose system, if there is such a thing.

I Spoke to Kevin @ Upscale Audio and he recommends the Prologue 6 Monoblocks (@70 watts). He said that the Prologue 6 will do great in a dual purpose Music and HT set-up. Have you folks had any experience using Prima Luna in a HT environment?

I would love to hear what you guys think.

Thanks
golfish

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douglas_schroeder
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Having recently converted from SS to tubes in the two chanel and HT system, I say GO FOR IT!
Just one caveat; heat. Some tube amps are good for space heaters as well as amplification. You may want to look into use of tube hybrid integrated amps for your purposes. Not terribly expensive and mine are working fabulously. Bonus is virtually zero heat. I know that Upscale sells the Pathos Classic One MkII's that I bought; I did in fact get my second one from them.
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