This is great. Thanks for all the responses. Keep them coming.
What s the best Class A integrated tube amp over 80W
I am using Sound Lab ESL speakers, which have a very high impedance at low frequency (30 ohms). At high frequency, SL speakers have very low impedance (3 ohms). I loved the class A in Pass Labs amp, but it took too long to FULLY warm up in my small room (9x11)-5-6 hours. I have a thread on Agon on this topic, but now I would like some recommendations on the best Class A tube integrated amp with >80W. Usually, integrated are the budget model of the line, but must be GREAT class A tube integrateds. Any recommendations?
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"Primaluna Dialogue Premium HP 75w using EL34’s or higher wattage with KT88, KT120, or KT150." rushfan71- The PLHP is a class A/B as some of the others mentioned. I have the PLHP. Good stuff for the money. Perhaps like most decent amps the PL HP's first few watt(s) or so is "class A"? Just a guess. An amplifier operating at true "class A" producing 80 WATTS would be as big as a car and produce massive heat. No one would be able to stay in the room. If they did, they would be deaf! https://www.electronics-tutorials.ws/amplifier/amplifier-classes.html Hopefully, a qualified member will step in to shed light? |
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