“…he sound became more dynamic, and more inner detail starting to reveal itself. On recordings of grand piano the overtones and harmonics were more evident, giving more information to the sound.” Read
“…Sweet sounding and smooth, add to that the extra quiet and sonic focus of vintage Amperex manufacture, and you may never go back to a 12AT7 once you hear these.” Read
This is a very cool tube, not only does it look impressive standing a half inch taller, but it also sounds fantastic. The units I tested were US-made Amperex, although a Holland Bugle Boy version is expected soon. All the rumors regarding the great soundstage are absolutely true, I noticed that while my soundstage was previously lacking at low volumes on my 300B amp, these tubes make the stage feel extensive even at low levels, it truly feels like the music is enveloping you, which is exactly what I want from a tube amp. It took about 20 hours of burn-in for the tube to fully develop, but the results were worth it, as the transparency is on the level of a Telefunken 12AT7, which is quite fantastic.
* Aesthetics: Unique physical profile, standing 0.5 inches taller than standard glass
* Soundstage: Exceptional performance even at low volumes, providing an enveloping experience
* Transparency: High-level clarity comparable to top-tier Telefunken 12AT7s
* Burn-in Time: Requires approximately 20 hours to reach peak performance
Final Verdict: The Amperex 7062 USA is highly recommended for amp owners seeking a massive soundstage and Telefunken-level transparency.