New tubes in Rogue M-180 Monoblocks


I understand the M-180s now ship with the KT-120 power tubes, instead of the KT-80. You can also simply replace the KT-80 with the KT-120 if you already own these amps. I'm curious whether anyone has done it and what their impressions are as far as the difference in sound. Is the over $300 upgrade worth it?
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08-29-12: Daverz
Also, from what I've read, the KT-120 is a more robust tube than the KT-90. Depending on usage, I'd expect to have to replace 1-2 KT-90s a year (and a fuse blows when the tube blows). I haven't had a KT-120 blow yet, but only more time will tell.

That seems like very poor longevity/reliability from the KT90 tubes - unless you're running the amps 24/7?
I bought my ARC amp S/H and I'm still using the same output tubes (SED winged C 6550) after 2 years. ARC tend to run tubes on a pretty rich bias too.