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Quality tube amp below $1k?

I am already the owner of a jolida 302b. A much loved used model, but old. I am in the market for something comparable for about the same price. Jolida.net has a 303 model which is not a major sonic improvement over the 302BRC for $799 shipped. That seems like a great deal. Am I correct? Or are there alternatives in that price range? I shop now and then on here and rarely see anything similar to that but perhaps I'm overlooking something. Thoughts?
roggae
tvad
9,467 posts
 
The extra 20wpc the 801 offers over the 302B doesn't justify making a change, IMO.

You're on the right track by considering putting your upgrade money into better speakers.
roggae OP
95 posts
 
What might you recommend for a guy who likes to listen to rock and jazz, has infant twins, uses a music hall 2.1 w/grado cart, jd9, and the jolida amp? I included I can't twins because if there is a particularly durable recommendation that might be good to know.
roggae OP
95 posts
 
Jolida has offered the 801 at over a 50% discount with customer service and warranty in US. Would it be silly to turn down an offer like this? I can always upgrade speakers later. Thoughts?
tvad
9,467 posts
 
Not making a recommendation good or bad based on sound (this is subject to personal preference), but you might take a look at the Zu Audio "Omen" Standard. $1049. 60 day home trial. They will work well with your 302B amp.
twinbugles52
8 posts
 
Quicksilver: Excellent USA made gear, first rate customer support, and you can occaisonally find on the used market in the $1K range. A few years back, I bought a pair of Silver Monos for $900. I still have them.
Good luck!
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