Thanks for your in-depth responses guys, it's very much appreciated.
I wrote the questions making the assumption that tube amplifiers were largely considered to be the benchmark of a quality guitar sound, and that other amp designs essentially emulate the tube sound and response. If you think that's a false assumption than that's fine, and useful info for me. I certainly overlooked the fundamental differences in opinion amongst different forum communities - apologies for that.
Once again this is very useful info and I'll keep you all posted as the project progresses.
If anybody else has any opinions, I'd love to to hear them - thanks!
I wrote the questions making the assumption that tube amplifiers were largely considered to be the benchmark of a quality guitar sound, and that other amp designs essentially emulate the tube sound and response. If you think that's a false assumption than that's fine, and useful info for me. I certainly overlooked the fundamental differences in opinion amongst different forum communities - apologies for that.
Once again this is very useful info and I'll keep you all posted as the project progresses.
If anybody else has any opinions, I'd love to to hear them - thanks!