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Old July 3rd, 2009, 03:15 AM   #43 (permalink)
PennyCentury
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Tube audio = even order harmonics = perceived as more musical

Transistor audio = odd order harmonics = perceived as harsh and unmusical

So it's not really our gear-head psychology, these perceptions are real and repeatable.

(that's what I'm told at any rate)
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