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Old 01-25-2009, 04:28 PM   #1
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Add to this stealthy versatility their patented Simul-Class™ Power that blends the efficiency and headroom of Class AB PENTODE with the sweeter clip and enhanced harmonics of Class A style wiring.
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does clip = distortion?
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Yes, clipping is what makes a wave sound distorted. And there are many different ways devices/setups clip which all make a different sound. This is one of the reasons why tubes sound different than solid state.
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