Never had pure SS. First amp was a hybrid integrated: tube preamp with SS amp; then separates: tube preamp (also 6SN7-based) with Van Alstine hybrid amp (tube + mosfets); then finally Audio Mirrors. My progression of preferred sound kept me on a path to applying more and more tubes. I don't have much experience hearing different amps, but from what I have heard, I suspect I'd have to spend a LOT of $ to equal or better the Audio Mirrors with an SS, if that is even possible. I suspect the secret to my awesomely preferred sound comes from a high-quality source + 6SN7-based preamp + powerful SET amps + high-quality speaker.

rockadanny January 28, 2020 16:15

Sweet setup there. I also have Fontaines (original version) with Audio Mirror 45W SET amps. Must say, the sound IS awesome, eh? Wonder how different, if at all, your model of Eggys sound compared to mine? I augment the bottom end with a pair of ACI Titan subs. Are those subs adjacent to your Eggys?

rockadanny January 27, 2020 14:32