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RE: Tube Preferences Back in the Day

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Triode_Kingdom

In Reply to: RE: Tube Preferences Back in the Day posted by 6bq5 on May 14, 2024 at 14:03:00

"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.

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RE: Tube Preferences Back in the Day - opalize 15:28:05 05/15/24 (0)
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.
RE: Tube Preferences Back in the Day - 6bq5 17:02:08 05/14/24 (0)
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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