Mixing Tubes and Solid State Components

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N Garro

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Hello All,

Would there be any issue with connecting a Conrad Johnson PV-12 pre-amp to a Parasound HCA 2200ii?
I need to power a pair of Vandy C2's and they need at least 100w to behave.
Thanks for any feedback and suggestions.

Thanks,
Nathanial
 
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No, there's nothing wrong with mixing tube and SS equipment. In fact, it can give you the best of both worlds. The only issue that can arise is when a vintage (like 1950s) tube preamp with a very high output impedance is mated to a SS amp that needs a low-impedance drive. The PV-12 will not have this problem.
 
Have to side-step the idea that SS=bad and tube=good. Cover the basics first; as Zack mentioned, make sure the pre can drive the amp. Then there are lots of stuff to worry about in terms of execution and preference... :)

Douglas
 
If you really want heresy, there are hybrid preamps and power amps out there, mixing tube and solid state in one box. My preamp is such a beast and it actually works quite well. Solid state regulated power supply, tubes for signal amplification, mosfets as current sources and output buffers.
 
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