I am not all that familiar with the Chinese solid state but as a dealer and modifier of Chinese tube components, I can say that the value is very good and the build quality is getting much better.
If people only knew how much of the equipment they now own was made in China.................
Their tube gear has come a long way but the internal components are still not a match for the upgrade parts used in modifying these pieces. The best part about it is that you can purchase a brand new tube amp and have it modified to exceptional standards for still half the price of much more expensive gear using lesser quality internal parts.
I modified over 100 Chinese manufacturered tube amps last year (various manufacturers) and to my knowledge, less than 3 pieces were ever found on AudioGon and even less had any issues. People are happy with these products.
Something to think about?