0 Members and 1 Guest are viewing this topic. Read 21573 times.
Another idea for a budget diy amp is SimpleSE. With Gold Lion or Black Treasure KT88 it should be nice firm bass, and still class A triode beauty. I have not heard this one, but several friends have it and there is a building thread on AC and elsewhere.
I could use some direction...I am trying to duplicate the emotional expression of 2a3 amps and the punch/drive of EL84 amps.
I could use some direction...I am trying to duplicate the emotional expression of 2a3 amps and the punch/drive of EL84 amps. Does this even exist?? They don't have to be perfect with either but they must do both things well. Is there a tube amp that does that?? A SET amp is fine because I don't need much power on Zu's but recommendations on which amps/tubes to audition would be appreciated. Thank you!
Quote from: richidoo on 12 Dec 2009, 03:17 pmAnother idea for a budget diy amp is SimpleSE. With Gold Lion or Black Treasure KT88 it should be nice firm bass, and still class A triode beauty. I have not heard this one, but several friends have it and there is a building thread on AC and elsewhere.I built one and I will atest to the absolute stunning beauty of this amps potential sound quality. If you build it with high quality parts this amp is a giant killer for sure. 5 watts triode 15 watts pentode may not be much power but I will never go back to a push pull amp after owning it.
I am trying to duplicate the emotional expression of 2a3 amps and the punch/drive of EL84 amps.
The brand of 300B tube makes a big difference. My backup tubes Sophia and SED are not acceptable, but the Treasures are extended top and bottom, controlled and gorgeous... but expensive.