I currently use a VTL TL5.5 with a McCormack DNA 125 while my ST-150 is in for service :( I have had great results with the old American Made Tung Sol 12ax7s. The highs were extended and sparkly but not etched or forward. They integrated very well with the glorious mids these tubes had. I also have had good results with the new issue Mullard 12AX7. I didn't like Telefunkens I tried.
On I side note looking at Steve McCormack's email above I do have the gain issues he wrote of. It is especially apparent using the mc phono input that I feel has excessive gain.
Cheers,
Jim
On I side note looking at Steve McCormack's email above I do have the gain issues he wrote of. It is especially apparent using the mc phono input that I feel has excessive gain.
Cheers,
Jim