Tubes vs. solid state.

Cooljazzcat, if I think solid state is better, is just a matter of opinion, certainly not attempt to critizise. I did mention that I like both ss and tube. Keep in mind my music tastes vary from softer music to hard rock. My current preamp is tube but prefer an all solid state system because there are some good ss products plus I want to leave it powered up most of the time. I know I would really enjoy your all tube system if I could give it a listen.

I was curious if you ever been concerned about a shortage of tubes and/or even good quality tubes since some good sources/factories have been shut down. Also I read that some sellers of tubes on the internet don't know they are really selling an inferior product because the original manfacturer logo has been wiped out and restamped with a new more respectable manufacturer. Thanks for your time.

PLease list the ss equipment that sounds as good as tubes, I am really intersted as I love the sound of tubes but hate to give up what ss offers.
I like my tube preamp but dislike the bass roll-off and the hum.

01-26-10: Pedrillo
PLease list the ss equipment that sounds as good as tubes...

You're kidding right? This is a no-win question.

As soon as someone gives an honest opinion of an amp that qualifies, someone else is going to come and piss on the suggestion.

The likely candidates have been mentioned over and over again in dozens of ss vs. tubes threads. Do a search for the recommendations, and then try one for yourself and let your ears decide.

Tvad is right.

And your tubed preamp should not be doing the bad things you say it is. It is easy enough to make a valved pre completely wide-bandwidth and quiet.

As someone who tends to prefer ss, I will admit that I like tube equipment much more than tube zealots.