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Almarro A318B vs JAS Audio Bravo 3.2

I am looking for a tube integrated that I'll be matching with Tekton speakers (have not decided on model yet). I like the Almarro A318B, but I would prefer to have an amp with auto/self-biasing. The JAS Audio Bravo 3.2 looks similar enough to the Almarro and has self/ auto-biasing. I just don't know enough about the reputation of JAS Audio to pull the trigger on one. I am also open to other suggestions. My budget is $2500. I listen primarily to jazz and blues. I am also open to being convinced that biasing the Almarro is no big deal. Thanks for your help.
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zmanastronomy
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I have the A318B and would highly recommend it.
Biasing the Almarro is so simple that a caveman can do it.
Is rock stable also.
I also have the Lore speakers and the combo is stunning.
melmana
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I sold my Almarrow 318B and now I got Jas both are very semilar.Almarrow a little more sweet,a little better bass,better power .Jas a little more detail better space between instument and less noise.I can live with either one everything very little doesn't bother me.I used Hyperion 938 90db.
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plangco
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2nd on the Almarro which works wonderful with my Zu Druids and should the Lore Also. From a friend who compared them, the Almarro has better mids than the JAS although the JAS is still nice and has a little more detail.

By the way, the best pre tubes from my experience and preferences with the Almarro is a Mullard CV569 Brown Base (or Mullard 6SL7 black or brown base) combined with a Sylvania 6SN7W (or 6SN7GTB).
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