Well - if you really want the extra euphony of the valves then yeah - get a second hand Tri-Vista or the X-10. However, I would say that was an optional "tuning" thing. In my system/room the TACT 2.2 made a MUCH bigger improvement than slinging a couple of valves across the DAC (and yes I've tried an X-10 - nice but to me not essential). I'd also say that putting a linear supply on the SB made a bigger improvement in top end sweetness than the X-10. Having said all that, if I had an X-10 in the house, it would be in-circuit - although that combo might be a bit too sweet for some. Certainly would reduce the edginess on some difficult (mostly pre 1990ish) recordings.
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