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In Reply to: RE: Tube Preferences Back in the Day posted by soundwave~ on May 14, 2024 at 06:58:29
I can share what I know my father did to keep his equipment running-
[Equipment: MC-30, C-8, Fisher Series 80, Heathkit WM5, and lots of other tuners, preamps, power amps etc-]
He religiously shopped at Radioshak as they had a lifetime guarantee!
If I knew then what I know now, I would have purchased a bunch of tubes -
but mostly MO Valves KT-77 and -88s
Happy Listening
Follow Ups:
"If I knew then what I know now..."
I would have purchased hundreds of Dynaco output transformers. :)
To the OP's question, I don't remember people buying tubes based on their sonic qualities. In fact, tubes like Mullard were just another brand that had to compete with GE, RCA, Sylvania etc. on the basis of availability and price.
I don't know how users may have been attuned to this, but Ken-Rad seemed to be aware of their own unique qualities - to which I can also attest (grammar aside).
"They give a definitely, clearer, sweeter tone" (sic)
I'm sure that some of their clientele would have also noticed the unique character of Ken-Rad tubes.
I agree COMPLETLY!
on both counts-
My father was not aware that Different Tubes had Different sound(s)-
Merely that, like lightbulbs, they need to be replaced, so
A: have some spares
B: replace them with an eye to cost - don't spend too much!
Happy Listening
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