but it still sounds like solid state to me

I will go with true solid state non modeling with pedals from here on out

One of the best solid state amps I have ever played

The only way to go is true non modeling solid state analog( or GOOD tube amps is you can afford them )

For my electric guitar playing I've been thru several amps - from tube to solid state - and many effects pedals

After owning this amp for awhile I think I prefer tube amps to solid state amps.

I would say stay with solid state or look into tube amps you can afford