Best SS amps with sound similar to tube amps

There are some SS or hybrid amps that sounds similar to the tube amps, cost not object, and power equal or more than 100W. Thanks

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bkonig Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 127 posts 11-13-2006 at 06:02am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I totally agree with Mikelavigne. The darTZeel sounds the most like music vs other amps I have tried. I call it my music machine.
stype2001 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 13 posts 11-13-2006 at 06:29am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete AYRE is the only way to go
czbbcl Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,699 posts 11-13-2006 at 02:48pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Conrad Johnson Premier 350 tube like solid state is their forte.
heli_dog Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 45 posts 11-14-2006 at 07:42am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Blue Circle BC202 Hybrid Stereo Amplifier . Blue Circle
cenline Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 238 posts 11-14-2006 at 06:42pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete The Karan has been compared to the Darteel at a fraction of the cost ( HI FI+ review)and has a huge damping factor.This damping factor allows the amp too control the speaker with an iron fist.The KAS 180 has 180 watts and is dual mono design.These amps have a first class build quality that pictures fail to convey ( they are built like a proverbial brick house.Take care Dennis