NOS tubes For my Rhea


It looks like I will need to replace the tubes in my Rhea.
I have been hearing a sporadic “rushing” sound from one channel on my system. I suspect it may be tubes in my Rhea OR Calypso. First off I do I determine which unit is the culprit (I only use one source – Turntable) . Also who is the best dealer (best prices) for tubes. I am very untechnical so I need help and advice. Thanks!!
rwd

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Boy.....Sbrown what a fabulous response. OK....You gave me some very good ideas regarding identifying the problem source and recommending tubes. BTW...what brand is EI???
And you recommend Tele's in V3-V4-V5??
Thanks again!!
Thank you for you response and compliment of my speakers. I know that they are quite old but I would have to spend 30K-60K to get a replacement (I think?).

Rick (RWD)
Hi all again! Before I call Andy at Vintage Tube (I suspect he is very knowledgeable but expensive) has anyone bought tubes for the Rhea (or anything else) from Upscale Audio???

Thanks all!

Rick (RWD)
Thank you Jim and Nonoise.....I am interested in NOS but some of these tubes are quite expensive. As you know Jim,,,the Rhea has 10 tubes.....so we're taking 1K plus (or more). And I also understand that the better the tube .... the better the sound. Thank you all for your valued advise.

Rick (RWD)
Thank you all for your responses and advise! I must say that both Brent Jessee and Andy Bowman were so helpful.....I made my decision.
Now I have another question that I will post on a new thread.
Hi all...I am looking for the contact number for Aesthetix but can't locate them. Anyone have it???? Tks!
Well it’s been approx. 3 days (9-12 hrs. ) of listening . It’s amazing how new tubes could make such a significant difference. The top end on my RS 1-B’s is more delicate and shimmering and yet the mid-range and bass has much more meat on the bone then before. Enjoying the new tubes and a big endorsement to Andy Bowman of Vintage Tube Service. Now I need to think of re-tubing my Aesthetic Calypso!!

Rick (rwd)