I have a 5i. I think its soft start feature is supposed to make it less hard on tubes than many other preamps, but I've never tried anything but the Sovteks.
I've heard that the Amperex/Tungsol combination is supposed to be "the" combo to use with the 5i. Kevin can hook you up, but he's be no means the cheapest supplier around. Good luck.
I've heard that the Amperex/Tungsol combination is supposed to be "the" combo to use with the 5i. Kevin can hook you up, but he's be no means the cheapest supplier around. Good luck.