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Re: Will there be a time when tube amps are rarely used? [message #99816 is a reply to message #99815] Tue, 22 September 2026 20:27 Go to previous messageGo to next message
gofar99 is currently offline  gofar99
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Hi, unfortunately I know all too well of the problem of kits. Oddwatt Audio inc still exists,but is dormant.  We have been unable to find any business model that makes a profit.  All our fabricators and suppliers have either gone away or raised the prices to us so much we can't see a way to continue at present.  As I said we are dormant now, but retain hope for the future.

Good Listening
Bruce
Re: Will there be a time when tube amps are rarely used? [message #99863 is a reply to message #99816] Tue, 13 October 2026 23:20 Go to previous message
positron is currently offline  positron
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I hope not. Seems, on other audio forums, so many
are pushing average quality as ok. I tried to help
with a tip, and responders rejected even a tip.  
Amazingly, some/many are against improving naturalness.

Vacuum tube amps are the only type that can be designed to
perfection (through specialized listening tests to verify).
SS, especially, have inherent flaws and/or restrictions.


cheers
pos
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