I have always been more of an SS guy but now have a Monarchy DAC24 with a tube stage. (run through Ayre AX7e and GMA speakers). I am not crazy about the sound of the tube stage now (too euphonic) but imagine with the right tubes, I might find a good match for the Ayre and get a "rounder" sound. At least, reading the tube roller forums seems to indicate that might be true.
The tube stage has a pair of Phillips 6dj8s. I would like to try some different tubes to see what effect it has but would prefer not to spend a ton at first and have no idea where to buy tubes without getting ripped off.
Questions: 1. who are reputable dealers for tubes? 2. would I hear a difference if I spent $100 on a pair of older matsushitas or must I spend a bunch on vintage amperex to get a significant change in tone?
You can get 6922 matsushita's for $30 a piece at the Tubemonger. They're a very good tube for the money, right under the amperex, telefunken, mullards. www.tubemonger.com
Drewh1, Its always good to hear that someone has benefitted from info received here on the Gon. I truly believe that's what this site was meant to do. Unfortunately, a lot times you get infomation here that you really don't need and can't use. When those tubes break-in they'll sound even better.
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