The best valve amps with point to point wiring are more reliable and long-lived than anything solid state. Except every once in a while over time one of the valves can spring a leak.
amplifier longevity
Is there any difference in longevity and or reliability between valve amps and solid state amps?
I thought that perhaps design differences between ss and tube amps might be a factor here.
Specifically I am considering the valve amps by Rogue Audio vs. the solid state amps by Luxman, both great brands in my opinion.
Thanks!
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Yep, heat is the biggest enemy. Point to point wiring and greater spaciousness a good thing, best quality parts with higher heat ratings and cooling with fans helpful. Inrush current is in fact a concern with tube amps, my 845 SET with nearly 1000V has huge caps to charge up, this is major wear and tear. Point is be judicious with turning tube amps on and off. |
@buellrider97 Sorry to hear having to give up the bike. Purchased my first Ducati this past summer, both tubes and Ducati have character! |
I hate when my valve springs a leak.. :-) It just "Depends" LOL. Not yet, though. When I get there I might look to the great beyond for a eternal solution. When it’s time it’s time.. :-) I say, SCREAM at heaven, "And American Irishman is coming". Time to dance, Amigo!! Where’s my Moma she coulds really cut a rug.. Right after the Good Lord I’m lookin’ for her next. I’m listening to Willie Nelson right now.. Merle is up next.. Merry Christmas everyone whether you like it or not.. :-) Regards |
Guessing you have not ridden the R1 with the Cross Plain Crank. Like riding a twin with the red line of a IL4. Selling my Duc to get the R1 and will keep my RSV4R kills the Duc. My BMW S 1000 RR is killer also. I only do track days and will not ride on the street. 9It's like the new Class D stuff from AGD and Bel Canto. I am a high speed MOTOGP Bot. |
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