I'm in complete agreement. It's a bloody shame that more equipment isn't available in kit form. It's a fun and rewarding passtime that can save a bunch of money. And as a side benefit, as you're building the kit and see something that can be done better than "stock", it's easy to do at that point. Companies like Heathkit and Eico are sorely missed, but there are still some good alternatives out there, and more than a few of them just so happen to be selling tube kits, so you're getting a double dose benefit, in addition to the fun of building it yourself. Try this route if you have the time and inclination, and I guarantee you that you will be happy you did.

Now maybe if Outlaw could offer kits.....I'm not holding my breath; I was never successful in talking them into including a vaccum tube stage into their new products