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What's your favorite 845 tube?

Mine is the 845W manufactured in the early 2000s by Super TNT, sadly defunct. I'd love to find another pair, new or used.

My experience with 845s has been odd. The cheaper they are, the longer they last. My dead or dying ones include the 845T, 845TII, the so-called WE (Western Electric) -- 3 of these went to 845 heaven in short order -- 845MG (betcha never heard of that one) and some I've forgotten. The KRs and Elrogs don't interest me, from what I've read of their longevity.

The 845B tubes from Kevin Deal (Upscale Audio) tend to last a long time in my experience. Never had one die on me. Trouble is, they don't sound that great, though certainly passable. I'm sure the old US made 845s can be great, but who can afford them?

Anyway, got any ideas or suggestions? My pair of 845Ws is going on 10 years of service. These are in a great-sounding 3-tube monoblock pair of amps designed and built by a friend 20 years ago. TIA

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Topic - What's your favorite 845 tube? - Dave Pogue 10:59:30 02/16/23 (41)
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