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Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
@xcool, I just read the disclaimer on the Linlai website.  They constantly refer to the tubes as Linlai Global.  No where on my tubes is “Global” used.  After a visual inspection of the Global tube on their website,vs the tubes I have, I can notic... 
Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
Thanks for doing that legwork Kenny!  That is interesting that they are tuned for different music. I’m not sure what to think of that.    
Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
I agree, it could be a production change,or different vendor??   
Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
    Here is a pic. The tube on the right is from the original pair. To me,they look identical.   
Was my friend given misinformation.
@nonoise, what a great movie!  I remember watching that on vhs way back when. Now,back to your regularly scheduled program.   
Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
@danmar123, they are the same as the first pair,and yes, I ordered them from amptata_audio.  Each tube has a serial number plate inside as well.  The gift/display box was packed inside an outer box lined with foam. I know no one asked about packin... 
Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
My second pair of Linlai’s showed up today. They were ordered on 5/25. I have them playing now.  This is an eye opener. ( or rather, ear opener).  These sound so different than my well burned in pair. These are rather lifeless. Also,a much narrowe... 
Panels on the ceiling
“Panels on the ceiling,Pink champagne on ice”……….reminds me of a song I heard once.   
Ridiculous sale
If I don’t like what’s on TV,I change the channel,or turn it off. I don’t ask that the broadcaster be shut down.  By the way,I don’t watch much TV.    
Was my friend given misinformation.
I would think “misinformation” is being polite. Is he happy with his purchase? Is there a return policy?  If he likes it,then he made the right move. I’ve said it before,and I’ll say it again, we are all chasing a different dragon.   
First Watt F8, passive preamp, DAC
I’ve run an F5 and a J2 with a passive pre. Speakers are, Graham Chartwell LS3/5,Nola Boxer 2, and Hornshoppe Great Horned Heils.  For the type of listening I do,and the small size of my listening rooms, this combo works well for me.    
SVS sub owners, Past and Present
So,a little update since I’ve had some time to get acquainted with the SB 2000 pros. I’ve had them with the same settings,and positioning for about four days now. I originally had them about 40% down the long wall from the front,facing each other.... 
Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
@decooney, this is actually the first tube I’ve ever had this issue with.   When you mentioned it,I remember I read this on Brent Jessee’s website,and I also remember hearing about tapping the tube to dislodge the cathode material somewhere else o... 
Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
Once again, I’d like to send a thanks out to @decooney for the suggestion of tapping to loosen up the cathode material inside the tubes. I had to repeat this process three times. I have had the Linlai’s back in for about 8 hours today with no tube... 
Looking for wider soundstage
In my opinion,from my experience, if you’re going to have a rack in the center, pull the speakers well out in front of the rack.  I have a much smaller room,with rack in the center.  I have achieved a wonderful soundstage. Can it be better?  I thi...