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Rob wrote:
And there's a tangible sense of 'built to last' - i'd bet
that by proportional sales valve amps occupy far less landfill than SS
cousins (even given valve replacements).

You jest? I had Quad II valve equipment for quite some time - say near 10
years. Needed one mains transformer, one output transformer, several paper
capacitors and countless valves.

The 303 that replaced it is now living out its life driving my subs. And
is well over 30 years old. With no repairs ever needed. Even the light
still works. ;-)

I daresay its performance could be improved with a smattering of new
electrolytics, but until I hear some burbling or whatever, they'll do.

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