The sound of classic american tubes vs new russian manufacture. Oct 01, 2015 even stock tung sol 6sn7gtb reissue and 6bl7 sounded ok now. Tungsol 6sn7gtb super linearity, low noise, and full performance ratings make this one of the best 6sn7 tubes ever made. These tubes have shiny black triangular plates, and d getters. Tungsol 6v6gts are the holy grail for players who crave the sound of a fender princeton, deluxe or champ, or those who revere the tone of the earliest ampeg jet and rocket. How good are nos tung sol 6sn7 tubes late 50s, 60s.
There is a body of opinion that considers the pinnacle of octalbased preamp design to be the mfa luminescence b1c or lumi for short. Even stock tung sol 6sn7gtb reissue and 6bl7 sounded ok now. If you had hum in both channels and it is now reduced to just the left, it is possible that it is an issue that cannot be rectified by further burn in. However, one of the stock matched driver tubes that jack sent me with the amp a cheap tung sol 6sn7gtb was very noisy and tested much much lower than the other when i got it. This new production tungsol 12ax7 made in russia is the answer. The body of the tung sol reissue 12ax7s seems to be larger than a jj or sovtek.
Can you hear the difference between 60 yearold american made tungsol tubes and 1 yearold russian tung sols. One of the best 6sn7s on the market, with extended ranges of tone. We have not experienced any issues with the reissue tungsol 6sn7 in this amp ourselves, but this is assuming you have a reissue and not an original tungsol. That being said they do not last very long before they become micro phonic and loose their luster. The new tungsol 6sn7gtb is a favorite among classic hifi enthusiasts. Note that plate dissipation is not the same as how many watts a tube can put out. The tungsol 6sn7 has super linearity, low noise, and full performance ratings. The simple answer is that imho the nos gtb tung sol, not the reissue, it has grey box plate, bottom getter, is a seductive and durable.
New sensor purchased the the tungsol name and trademark, and have begun making new. It has long flat plate construction with extra supporting rods. First one is 6sn7 black glass with oval plates, a very nice tube. Toob madness or the 6sn7 zoo by raymond chowkwanyun. Smooth and clear try the cbs 6sn7gtb great extension on both ends. Hello i have a matched pair of 1950s tungsol 6sn7gtb ecc33 tall bottle tubes for sale.
Details about new gain matched pair 2 tungsol reissue 6sn7gtb vacuum tubes 6sn7 6sn7gt. The fact that the glass envelope has no flat sides means the tung sol kt150 has no problems with microphonics. Top and dual side getters, welded plates, distinctive glass bottle shape and all these premium reissues of the famed tung sol 6550 are an incredibly well constructed vacuum tube with performance and tone to rival even the finest of nos tubes. Rca, original tung sol, and sylvania all sound better. New gain matched pair 2 tungsol reissue 6sn7gtb vacuum. Meet my asking price and i will ship usps priority for free. They are a 23 watt 6l6gb equivalent rated for 400 volts. Has a very high gain warning talking about volume, no distortion. Install your new 6sn7 tube and power the amp on again. Ive found some nos tung sol 6sn7 tubes that may be from the late 50s or maybe the 60s. Nice combination with sylvania chrome domes and the better 6sn7 driver tubes. We design and manufacture our tubes, engineered for demanding high fidelity, reliability and overall warmth.
Be sure to insist on genuine tungsol vacuum tubes the next time you retube youll be getting the absolute best possible tubes for any demanding. Produced in 1948 has vt231 markings on it and oval mica. Top and dual side getters, welded plates, distinctive glass bottle shape and all these premium reissues of the famed tungsol 6550 are an incredibly well constructed vacuum tube with performance and tone to rival even the finest of nos tubes. Tungsol reissue 6sn7 vs eh 6sn7 differences audiogon. Having said that, i like the tung sol 12ax7 more than the mullard 12ax7. The tungsol 12ax7ecc83 is the gold standard of preamp tubes favored by guitar tone junkies, and one of the most important links in your tonal chain. Big bass really nice top sylvania 6sn7gta chrome dome. For you solidstaters, let this be a perhaps frightening glimpse into that curious medical condition known as toob madness.
Price is for a matched pair of russian tungsol 6sn7gtb. Lowest noise and microphony with the tightest triode balance we have. The tungsol 6sn7gtb is one of the best currently in production 6sn7 tubes. Gorgeous mids, beautiful dynamics, and a nice 3d soundstage. Tung sol reissues have moved into my top spot for current production tubes. We have not experienced any issues with the reissue tungsol 6sn7 in this amp. Crazy expensive, but incredibly good at least what i could find as far as info goes. Jul 07, 2016 we have not experienced any issues with the reissue tung sol 6sn7 in this amp ourselves, but this is assuming you have a reissue and not an original tung sol. Class ab mosfet l7 audio power amplifier finished boards dualchannel 300. With balanced triods and low microphonics makes it a good choice in all preamp stages including the v1 position. If youre looking for a smidge more relaxed top end, give the mullard reissue a. I really like the tung sol 6l6gc str they are selling now. Tungsol 6sn7gtb russia tung sol rohren markenrohren.
Components proven to provide super linearity, low noise, and full performance ratings. In my amp, they do not compete with old stock tubes. Tungsol 6sn7gtb tubes by steven d questions about tubes and gear that glows. Very low noise and microphonics, but if youve got a really highgain phonostage the new mullard reissue might be a better choice. These new production tungsol 5881 power tubes are based on the original 1960s tungsol 5881a favorite for fender tweed and bassman amps.
Get the best deals on tung sol 6sn7 when you shop the largest online. Tung sol 6sn7gtb dual triode preamp tubemade in russia super linearity, low noise, and full performance ratings make this one of the best 6sn7 tubes ever made the sound signature is on par with 5692 typesexcellent driver tube in highend audio applications. The fact that the glass envelope has no flat sides means the tungsol kt150 has no problems with microphonics. Tungsol 6sn7gtb reissue, made by new sensor in russia. For power tubes, some tungsol reissue 6sn7gtb should be good or a couple of sylvania 6sn7gtb. Tungsol 12ax7 ecc83 price of nos 12ax7s got you down. The tung sol 6sn7 has super linearity, low noise, and full performance ratings. About a year ago i put a set of the reissue tungsol 6550s into my trace elliot v6 bass head. New gain matched pair 2 tungsol reissue 6sn7gtb vacuum tubes 6sn7 6sn7gt. Jun 21, 2005 about a year ago i put a set of the reissue tung sol 6550s into my trace elliot v6 bass head. At the time of initial installation into the circuit, the tube complement was as follows. Jul 16, 2010 i have a set of the tung sol reissue 6sn7gtb that i have rolled through my yaqin mc100b several times. They get pretty close to the good characteristics of nos.
Super linearity, low noise, and full performance ratings make this one of the best 6sn7 tubes ever made. We highly recommend these tubes the ultimate 12ax7. Since i never planned to use the stock tubes, it wasnt a problem. I do keep another brands around to try out to see what i like best. The 6sn7 audio tube from tung sol was released in the late 1950searly 1960s.
Vacuum tube 6sn7gtb, tung sol reissue vacuum tube, tube. Shop for the tungsol 12ax7 tube and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price. Excellent driver tube in highend audio applications. Tungsol original issue 6sn7gtb 6sn7 ecc33 for sale.
This grade is only suitable for use in the driver stage of an amplifier, or the. Tungsol reissue 6sn7 vs eh 6sn7 differences i ordered a matched pair of the new tungsol 6sn7gtb tubes being made in russia for my supratek chenin preamp and have been listening to them versus the stock 6sn7eh tubes. Apr 21, 2017 ive found some nos tung sol 6sn7 tubes that may be from the late 50s or maybe the 60s. The tungsol kt150 glass envelope is a special egg shaped balloon that was developed to improve thermal dissipation and maintain a superior vacuum for the best sound. Our thoughts go out to all who are affected by covid19. The result better mids and bottom while keeping the smooth top of the classic 6v6s. Tungsol 6sn7gt round black plates tube mazetube maze. The upside of the original is they found total of 93 records, query. Tungsol reissue 6sn7 v s eh 6sn7 differences i ordered a matched pair of the new tung sol 6sn7gtb tubes being made in russia for my supratek chenin preamp and have been listening to them versus the stock 6sn7eh tubes. This guy tests a bunch of different tubes with an oscilloscope. Vacuum tubes preamplifier, tungsol antique electronic supply. Details and compression with good tone tungsol 6sn7gtb. Vacuum tube 6sn7gtb, tung sol reissue antique electronic.
Btw in the right circuit, the rca red base 5692 is another truly magical 6sn7 but in the wrong. The tung sols are an improvement over the stock chinese tubes, but are a bit lifeless sounding. A driver capable of delivering needed performance in highend audio applications. I loved the ei 12ax7s, but i know what you are saying about finding an ei 12ax7 that is not microphonic. We burnin, test, and match all of our tungsol tubes. It is the same exact tube as the tung sol reissue but the tung sol has a different getter.
Details and compression with good tone tung sol 6sn7gtb. They merely bought the name and use it to trick the gullible public. Burning in 6sn7 tubes for the dark voice 336se headphone amp. Of large lamps tested, the tungsol 12ax7 reissue is one of the player in my various config. Tung sol 6v6gts are the holy grail for players who crave the sound of a fender princeton, deluxe or champ, or those who revere the tone of the earliest ampeg jet and rocket.
The tung sol 12ax7ecc83 is the gold standard of preamp tubes favored by guitar tone junkies, and one of the most important links in your tonal chain. The 6sn7 is an octal tube used either in preamps or as a driver in a power amp. We burnin, test, and match all of our tung sol tubes. Well this is not a tung sol tube but a bel bharat electronics limited one bel tubes are actually comparable to mullard as the manufacturer of mullard once used to produce tubes in india before bel took over the business, so technically these tubes are manufactured on the original mullardphillips machines hence the name indian mullard. Tungsol battle american nos vs russian new production. Opinions on tung sol 6550 reissues steve hoffman music. The preferred oem tube of 50sera fender tweed champ and deluxe amplifiers the tungsol 6v6 has a geometry designed to safely handle the higher voltages used in guitar amps plus heavier plate and grid materials. The russian tube may have just a slight more midrange bloom than the ts round plates, but not significantly so.
Driverbuffer grade lowest noise but not the lowest in microphony. Smoooooth when overdriven and lets sound details shine. Of large lamps tested, the tung sol 12ax7 reissue is one of the player in my various config. Reissue tungsol 12ax7, now manufactured by electro harmonix at the reflector factory in russia.
Some places rate the plate dissipation of the reissue tung sol 7581a at 35w, others at 30w. Vacuum tube 6v6gt, tungsol reissue ce distribution. The tung sol kt150 glass envelope is a special egg shaped balloon that was developed to improve thermal dissipation and maintain a superior vacuum for the best sound. These tubes sound great, they stay quiet and have been solid and reliable. There is no relation in any way, construction, tone, quality, to the names they are using. New sensor purchased the the tungsol name and trademark, and have begun making new production tubes, using the tungsol brand. Their price is not expensive but i still have a pair of psvanes burning in and a pair of nos 1967 general electrics which will follow to burn in. The data sheets that resellers post with these tubes are a copy of the original 7581a ones from tung sol. Shop for the tung sol 12ax7 tube and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price. Vacuum tubes preamplifier, tungsol antique electronic. Tung sol 6sn7gtb tubes matched pair 6sn7 triode electronics. I use it as input to the low gain amplifier, and position cold bias distortion of floor on high gain. Ive been using sylvania 6sn7gtb which sound great, but theyre pricey to find reliable ones. Im in the us so ill pick up some tubes before going home, and i hope to make a decision soon.
I do find the image to be larger with the russian tubes than with the tung sol round plates which i generally regard as the benchmark 6sn7. Nov 20, 2007 smooth and clear try the cbs 6sn7gtb great extension on both ends. Like the tungsol a little sweeter, nice balance of detail and timbre chimera. The tungsol 12ax7 tube they produce is of high standard. Vt99 tungsol tube 6f8g nos nib preamp pre amplifier. Among the cheaper driver tubes, what would bring something new to the table.
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