Vintage tube sound from a modern amp

I am just collecting names of makes and models of tube amps that harken back to the older classic tube sound but have modern chassis, connectors etc. Any such amps you guys enjoy?

So far names that have come up are Cary SLI series, CJ Art and classic 62/120.

Many tube companies are pushing more and more to a neutral and fast airy (thinner) sound. So its becoming increasingly difficult to find gear with that classic sound the exemplifies the beauty of music.

smodtactical11-13-2022 2:32am

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ozzy62 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,898 posts 11-13-2022 at 01:28pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Cary Audio for sure. If you want warm, syrupy and romantic I’d recommend the SLI-80 or the SLP-98. Way too much for me.
oddiofyl Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 3,510 posts 11-13-2022 at 01:43pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The photos on the site are a good example of what's inside. Nothing secret in there, just honoring my word not to distribute pics of his work. Which some of is a collaborative effort with Gordon Rankin. That's all. He didn't ask me not to, it was just understood that I wouldn't be posting pics of his design, which is his IP. Sure these amps share a basic circuit design going way back , but this is his design. You are reading way too deep into it.
noromance Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 9,590 posts 11-13-2022 at 01:56pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete This. I will not buy an amp using this type of construction. No zip ties or double face tape holding things.
dekay Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 5,413 posts 11-13-2022 at 06:56pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete oddiofyl: The build pics on the site (toolshed) are impressive - I like the use of sturdy standoffs. I do see a few small circuits boards with the traces used, but don't know what their purpose is. The casework reminds me of a fancy metal rolling paper case that I had when I was in high school. DeKay DeKay
jerryg123 Details Discussions Posts This discussion 3,429 posts 11-13-2022 at 07:30pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Qualiton X200: Very positive reviews for what they are worth. It's an option and I do really like the Toolshed Steam Punk look.