2A3 Recommendations & NOS Noise


Our George Wright Mono 3.5 amps come stock with Sovtek 2A3's, which are not a bad tube at all IMO. However, I prefer the more open sound of the NOS tubes, the 1940's RCA's in particular. Problem is, I've sent back two pairs of them because they were too loud. They either buzz or burble at levels that are audible over the music. I now have the opportunity to get a pair of Sylvania's or early Tungsol's, but I'm concerned that those could be noisy as well. They all have been coming from a reputable tube source, by the way.

Has anyone heard the EH Gold Grid 2A3 tubes? I've always found the EH tubes to be a bit dry sounding, but hear good things about their 2A3. They are said to be a big improvement over the Sovtek's. Any opinions?

Thank you,
Howard
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Hello Howard,
I just saw your post and I will check my notes that I've kept on my 2A3 system that I've been using for eight years. I'm at work at this time and my notes are at home.
Latter
I enjoy my NOS Sylvania's, AVVT Mesh plate Cobalt’s, Full Music Meshed plate 2.5v version, including Svetlana 2A3 (Russian number 2C4C). This tube was produced between 1950’s-1960’s for military equipment. My buyer found them in Siberia. A very rare tube hard to find I believe. (I own a few new pair).