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PrimaLuna preamps. Use of 5R4GY tubes instead of 5AR4 / GZ34. Yes or no?

Post addressed to the owners of Primaluna preamplifiers. Have you tried to replace the 5AR4 / GZ34 rectifier valves with 5R4GY? Although the valves have completely different values, they are recommended as an upgrade on the Primaluna website and by UPSCALE Audio.
https://www.primaluna-usa.com/tube-rolling
I would like to try these valves on my Prologue 3 but I am afraid of some breakage.
I would like to know your experiences.
Thank you.
Alessandro
128x128yukio
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kalali
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He's saying 5R4GYS not 5R4GY.....

Read this in case you're interested in more detail:
https://www.diyaudio.com/forums/tubes-valves/67523-5r4-gy-5ar4.html
facten
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yukio,

Simply either go by what is on the website or call Kevin Deal at Upscale Audio, he is directly involved in PrimaLuna beyond selling them
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yukio OP
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@Kalali..5R4GYS and 5R4GY is the same tube. The values are the same
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