Solid-state components, by contrast, are extremely rugged and can last for years with very little maintenance. Solid-state tube replacements also provide more consistent performance over time.

You can turn on a solid-state amp, and it'll be ready to go. Tube amps, however, need a few minutes before they can offer their optimal sound quality and tonal character.

In the debate over tube amps vs. solid-state amps, Part 1 discussed the differences in applications. Part 2 concentrates on the difference between transistors—MOSFETs and bipolar junctions ...

Solid-state output is via a discrete balanced op-amp. For connecting the C12000 to your amplifier (s) and the rest of your home music system, there are four total outputs: one balanced vacuum tube; ...

At $9,000 each, McIntosh offers audiophiles a choice of either solid state or vacuum tube preamplifiers. To celebrate its 75th Anniversary, McIntosh has already introduced the new MC2.1KW Monoblock ...

There are two main types of headphone amplifiers out there. A solid-state amplifier amplifies the electrical signal using transistor circuits, while a vacuum tube amplifier does the same thing with ...

“The Foundry Series takes the power, dynamism and response of our acclaimed tube amp ranges and forges them into creative, affordable, high-quality solid-state amplifiers that are practical, ...