djordan Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 I have recently been considering getting a tube amp - I am very new to this. I currently have Cornwalls I purchased new in 1978. I am currently using a five-channel Parasound and an Outlaw 990. I would like to use the tube amp for music only but may have to use it as 2 of the 5 channels for movies - can't fit any more speakers into the room. I listen to mainly 60's and 70's rock music. My question is what type of tube format would best suit my listening tastes (type of tubes, wpc, etc.) I do tend to air the cornwalls out when I listen to music. My main problem is that is difficult to audition equipment but from what I read tube amps are easily sold if they don't suit one's taste. I also have budget concerns (around $1000 or less). Thanks for the suggestions. Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt1stcav Posted March 2, 2008 Share Posted March 2, 2008 This push-pull amp may be within your budget: http://cgi.ebay.com/J-Sound-Lab-KT88-Push-Pull-Tube-Valve-Amplifier_W0QQitemZ200189010773QQihZ010QQcategoryZ39783QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem My brother owns a now-discontinued model integrated amp (only 12Wpc) from this manufacturer and it has plenty of oomph to drive his 89dB sensitive loudspeakers to 100dB levels cleanly! Check it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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