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Tube Amp vs Solid State Amp HELP

So I ordered a pair of Dali Zensor 1's. As of now I am using my friend's Jolida FX10 tube amp, which he has offered to sell to me. Should I purchase his tube amp or get a Cambridge Azur 351A? Only problem with the Jolida is that it's not very powerful; however, right now it's paired with his Klipsch speakers and it's plenty loud for my room/house. I don't have any reason to push it too much. Input would be much appreciated.

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hfarrior3
hfarrior3 OP
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Are GemTune tub amps decent? They are good ratings on Amazon, but I'm not sure how much I trust those reviews.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FE9OYZ4/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_S_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=15FLK6IF5670Y&...
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noromance
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hfarrior3, I wouldn't but if I did, I could always return it.
soix
2,133 posts
 
You keep dancing around it but have never told us what your budget is?  Without that it's impossible to give you a meaningful recommendation.  And no, don't trust Amazon reviews.  You have much more wisdom and experience here. 

hfarrior3 OP
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Budget is around $350-$400
helomech
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I've been curious about the following amp. Maybe someone here has tried one.

http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/product/details/13194?maincategoryid=109&categoryid=10919&su...=

I believe they are basically a knockoff of a more expensive brand, but I've discovered that some knockoffs can be very good.
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