@billpete , Thanks for your share as I don’t use that particular tube. To the Op , I would definitely prefer a better looking pair especially with equipment that has them prominently displayed. I did most of my tube purchasing about 10 years ago when I got back into 2 channel and tubes. At the time I was able to try many brands due to lower cost and stock up on the ones I preferred. Unfortunately for me the tube preamp I acquired recently takes 8 - 6H30p tubes and nos are $$$. If I were you and you like the gear and those tubes, buy a nice matching pair and keep those for spares. Maybe I’ll see you at Tube Addicts Anonymous . 😆 Merry Christmas , Mike B.