NOS Mullard 6201s seem to still be available from Upscale…A great 12AT7 to be sure (I also have a pair of 4024s which sound pretty similar and have been relegated to "backup" status as I prefer the gold pin 6201s). I also found the GL 12AX7s (Russian version with matched sections from thetubestore) are serious bang for the buck as they're transparent and reliable…not particularly expensive. Interesting article at thetubestore site regarding cryoed stuff…they state why they don't think it's necessary.
Tube upgrade options for Dodge 8 preamplifier?
We recently purchased a Dodge 8 tube preamplifier:
http://www.doge-audio.com/products/doge%208.htm
The Dodge 8 comes with (4) 12AT7 and (4) 12AX7 Chinese tubes. I've read Chinese tube are not great sounding because they tend to be too bright.
Any thoughts on this?
Also, the recommended tubes for the Dodge 8, according to reviewers, are NOS RCA 12AT7's and 12AX7's; much warmer sound.
Would you agree or disagree?
All suggestions are accepted and appreciated.
Thanks!
http://www.doge-audio.com/products/doge%208.htm
The Dodge 8 comes with (4) 12AT7 and (4) 12AX7 Chinese tubes. I've read Chinese tube are not great sounding because they tend to be too bright.
Any thoughts on this?
Also, the recommended tubes for the Dodge 8, according to reviewers, are NOS RCA 12AT7's and 12AX7's; much warmer sound.
Would you agree or disagree?
All suggestions are accepted and appreciated.
Thanks!