Tube (Primaluna) or Solid state (Parasound JC2)

Hi, I listen to all types of music, but mostly rock and jazz. I have JC1 Monoblocks and Tekton Ulfs on the way. Any suggestions?

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rmdnj1402-14-2019 8:20pm

rmd1114 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2 posts 02-15-2019 at 01:23am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I read a LOT of reviews and they all say that they both have excellent detail, soundstage, dynamics,etc. my worries are that the JC2 May be bright, and that the tubes won't rock. I know that the SS combo will reveal any less than perfect recording, which a lot of older 70's albums are. I'm sure they will Rock Pearl Jam, etc. I'm sure both will be excellent with classical and jazz. I don't want harshness or everything to be over smooth. Lastly, I already have XLR cables for DAC to pre and for Pre to monoblocks. The Primaluna doesn't have XLR. I was very surprised. Any thought on balanced vs RCA's ? thanks
rmd1114 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2 posts 02-15-2019 at 01:24am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete No preamp. All new system. Got rid of my old stuff
mofojo Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 517 posts 02-15-2019 at 01:29am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I had my DIs with all ss, all tube, and with tube pre and ss amp. The last was the best combination for sure. I know have a Lyngdord 2170 and feel it eclipses all the others.