EAR 868 VS Belles 21A?

Just wondering if any of you guys have personally compared these two components together and how would you describe the sound?

Thanks,

wig04-16-2010 9:14pm

wig OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,202 posts 04-17-2010 at 04:55am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Davt, What tubes are you running? I'm currently running the Mullards CV4003 and also have a pair of GE BP Mica 5814A that I may put back in since I believe they have better detail and soundstage presence.
mboldda1 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 575 posts 04-17-2010 at 01:37pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete hello wig, i find that i like raytheon 5814a and 12au7 in my 21a. also love sylvania 12au7 (organ labeled,conn or baldwin)plus brimar 13d5
davt Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 500 posts 04-18-2010 at 04:08pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete Wig, I use a pair of Mirror Matched RCA 5814A from the 1950's. These tested very low Mic. and are the 3 Mica type. I got one set from Andy at Vintage Tube Service and they sounded so good I got a second set as backup. I am still using the first set after 4 years.
wig OP Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 1,202 posts 04-21-2010 at 03:43am Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I switched out the Mullards CV4003's and put back in the 1950's GE 5814A BP triple Mica and the speakers really opened up with a more natural presentation. I can easily hear deeper into the soundstage.