Building the Audio Note Kit 1 SET amp...

Mapman,
They are similar to what I am using with the same amp, and I agree that they would be a good choice; but as you said, the shipping would be expensive.

Rebbi,
When are you expecting to receive your RCA 6sn7 from Andy?

Hey, Roxy,

Just received it today in fact. Unboxing pics will be on the blog shortly! Musical impressions to follow next week, probably.

:-D

Already gave you a shout out on the blog for making the suggestion to contact Andy... have a look.

Roxy,

Warmed up the Kit 1 and played Buena Vista Social Club. Shut off the amp, removed the stock, Electro Harmonix (Russian) 6SN7 (wearing an oven mitt!!) and installed the RCA vintage (1940's!) tube. Played the same tracks.

HOLY COW, JOHN!!!!!!! :-D
What a tip!
Thank you!!!!!!!
How much better can this amp sound? It's kind of scary. ;-)

I know...it's so amazing. I sit there listening, and wonder what Tataksuki or Elrog 300b tubes would add to this, but honestly, I am really lucky to be able to have this level of performance with my modest means.
I have spent soooo much more in the past, and gained so much less. The Kit One is really a great platform to build on.
I just knew you would be amazed, and I'm really happy for you. It's not about looks ,or brute power, or any of that for me anymore. It's really about musical insight, and hearing beauty when it's there to hear. I have to add that recordings that are crappy sound crappier than I thought they were, and now, the reasons why are clearly revealed. Good to great recordings sound magnificent.