Which 6SN7 tube won the right to be called the best and the worst?
Updated August 9th, 2020
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Mullard 12au7/ECC82 Reissue Russia
The Best 12au7 tubes
Which 12au7/5814 tube won the right to be called the best and the worst?
Updated August 7th, 2020
Continue readingBattle of the Titans – 6900 vs 6N30P-DR
The following analysis evaluates the sonic performance of two of the most esteemed vacuum tubes in the audiophile community: the Bendix 6900 and the Reflector 6N30P-DR. While both components are often cited among the finest audio tubes ever manufactured, a direct comparison reveals nuanced differences tailored to specific listening prefer
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Which 12ax7/5751 tube won the right to be called the best and the worst?
Updated August 5th, 2020
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Since we started this site in 2005, a lot of people contributed their reviews and ratings for various vacuum tubes. Which tubes have the highest rating?
Updated August 2nd, 2020
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Electro-Harmonix 12at7WC Russia
Small plate format dual triode, with low microphonics and superior dissipation, compared to NOS originals. Ideal for reverb circuits. Extra-low microphonics makes it the best 12AT7 choice for sensitive circuits.
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“12AX7LP Sovtek tubes…very linear, has great looking curves…large full sound stage, very musical with great detail…smooth and involving” — Charles Kittleson, Editor, Vacuum Tube Valley
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