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I made my decision for now . . .

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In Reply to: RE: Recommendations for EL34 or Equivalent for Rogue Cronus Magnum II / Klipsch Heresy II posted by JoshT on February 15, 2023 at 08:22:00

I opted for the JJ EL34II from Tube Depot, which seems to be considered a sweet spot in their EL34 line up according to a few user comments (including at least one from the archives here) and Tube Depot's description. It was also one of the least expensive options - down there with the entry level PSvane offerings, at $125 for a matched quad with 24 hour burn in.

I'll report back. If I don't like it, I'll probably go for the Mullard or Tungsol reissue, or the PSVane EL34UK (the PH is more than I want to spend).
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RE: I made my decision for now . . . - garymuffley 08:59:33 02/16/23 (3)
JJ makes an excellent EL 34, with several versions available.
- Thanks! - JoshT 09:22:33 02/16/23 (2)
  Their options were a bit overwhelming at first as I rowed my way through the interwebs:
  KT77
  EL34L
  EL34II
  EL 34
  6C7A
  But according to the JJ site, and the Tube Depot site, they are ranked from most forward/bright to laidback/dark in the order listed above (top to bottom). And an inmate here posted last spring that he had nice results with the EL34II. It's also the least expensive. It'll be fun to find out how they sound in my system.
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  "If you are the owner of a new stereophonic system, this record will play with even more brilliant true-to-life fidelity. In short, you can purchase this record with no fear of its becoming obsolete in the future."
  
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  - RE: Thank you... - dean_martin 09:31:55 02/16/23 (1)
    for sharing your research/findings on the JJ tubes. I shouldn't have to replace my power tubes any time soon but it's good to know about other options. If convenient, an update after use will be appreciated.
    - Will do! nt - JoshT 17:15:29 02/16/23 (0)
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