Tubes

[Poultrygeist]

I don't buy present day tubes unless I'm forced to. Believe me there is a huge difference. The last present day tubes I bought were JJ EL-84's for a single ended tube receiver. You see I couldn't justify vintage tubes that cost more than the $75 I paid for the amp.

If you buy modern day tubes you'll end up rolling them for vintage once you start reading tube forums. Get some black plates or clear tops and be done with it. Used is fine if they test well.

[frenchmon]

I don't buy present day tubes unless I'm forced to. Believe me there is a huge difference. The last present day tubes I bought were JJ EL-84's for a single ended tube receiver. You see I couldn't justify vintage tubes that cost more than the $75 I paid for the amp.

If you buy modern day tubes you'll end up rolling them for vintage once you start reading tube forums. Get some black plates or clear tops and be done with it. Used is fine if they test well.

Do you realize its subjective? I've heard the other camp say the opposite of what you have just stated.