Driver Tubes 6922
I've heard a few people opining that the driver tube can be the most important tube.
Why is this?
What do you look for in a 6922?
What differences might I expect to hear replacing my modern GL e88cc with an expensive NOS 6922?
Any recommendations for a 6922 based on actual experience?
Thanks
TD
Well, I received the tubes today. The difference is unbelievable. Why the Hell can't people make tubes like they used to? But, as always there is a problem....one of the RCA AT7's is crapped out. Snapping, Crackling and Hissing. And this is quite disappointing. I sent an email to Brent, hopefully he will get back to me soon.
Actually I will call him presently.
Will keep you updated.
TD |
Yes @facten ,
I just heard that on his answering machine, :-)
I don't suppose the crackling is something that will just fix itself??? Like maybe burn off some space dust inside. Such a shame. They sounded so good.
TD |
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@tonydennison yep once you go NOS you never go back…yep that is a failed tube and do not use it to avoid any shorts that could impact your pre. Brent has a guarantee and will replace it or them. Old 40-50’s black plate RCA most tube types are fantastic 12at, 12ax, 12au, 6sn7, 6l6….my favs. I have only had one tube fail on me. It was a ‘40’s radiotron tube that came with a new preamp from australia. Tough long trip I guess. On my second use it had a very loud static then pop and became a rattle. |
