Axiom Home Page Forums General Discussion Stereo Build a kit tube amp?

I'd like to get away from solid state for a bit and go the tube direction. However, many tube amps, like Jolida, ASL, etc., can get quite pricey, the cheapest of which seems to be about $500-800. My question is, is it worth trying to build my own from a kit? If so, could you recommend a good one that is reasonably priced?

I really like the warmer sound, but I just can't afford to spend two weeks salary. Maybe there are cheaper tube amps around, but I certainly haven't seen many. So, any suggestions in that department would also be appreciated.

On a side note, how many tube watts would you recommend for either the m22's or m3's?

Thanks,

Josh