I searched the net for the specs on my Yaquin MC-100B integrated tube amp. Distortion is listed at <1.5%. Now I know that that doesn't tell us a lot; however, will this level be actually be audible; ie, cause 'warmness'?
Several articles in the forums mentioned that it sounded very much like a SS Amp. As I've stated before some time back, after the placebo effect of having a new toy wore off, I found that I didn't notice much, if any, difference in what I was hearing from my CD/SACDs at normal listening levels. Same as when I made a full change of the tube compliment (10 tubes) to a different brand. According to the tube enthusiasts, I should have I guess - but I didn't.
Mind you, in low light, 10 tubes glowing has a certain 'cool factor' & helps to heat my house at this time of year, ha!
TAM
