BAT VK-xx owners: Where do you buy 6c33b tubes?

RCprince: Yes, I have heard that these tubes can do funny things. Everyone I have spoken to in the last couple of days reports a lot of arcing, "coughing, and spitting" as they are about to blow. That is what's been happening to one of mine lately.

I reckon that's the problem when there's only one source. You're going to get what you're going to get.

I also purchased these tubes from Anthony Welsh, actually about 16 of them, as replacements for my Joule amps. No problems receiving the tubes but have yet to try any. I have also heard these have a high failure rate. I have no way to test these yet but I am looking.

I bought 5 of these from ATSI - Advantage Tube Services. www.tubeman.com. He claims he can match these. Not sure if it's needed, but I paid a few extra bucks for it anyway.

About $30 each. But they work, no issues, have been running them for 4-5 months. Also has a 90 day warranty if it fails...

Try conusaudio.com
Great service and good price.

Regards,

I would also suggest Kevin Deal at Upscale Audio. (www.upscaleaudio.com) He tests and matches the tubes and stands behind them. He may be more expensive than some others, but he sells quality tubes. I doubt that you would have any issues (other than price) with any tubes you buy from him.