For the reason Wolf gave, you tend to accumulate backup tubes. You can't tell you needed to, until you replace them, and then things sound a little better. I have at least 5 sets of 12 power tubes, and many preamp tubes, in reserve...not worth the bother and expense of a decent tube tester.
How does the sound of a power tube change, over time?
I have a pair of Rogue M-180 monoblocks that each use a quad of KT-120 power tubes. I'm considering a new set of power tubes (same brand, Tung-Sol)
I realize this question will depend on the specific tube type and amp, but I'm curious about the common experiences. For those of you experienced owning the same tube amp over years and replacing the power tubes with the same brand of power tube, what did you gain, sonically? E.g. as power tubes age does the amp suffer in terms of frequency extension, dynamics, volume, etc?
I realize this question will depend on the specific tube type and amp, but I'm curious about the common experiences. For those of you experienced owning the same tube amp over years and replacing the power tubes with the same brand of power tube, what did you gain, sonically? E.g. as power tubes age does the amp suffer in terms of frequency extension, dynamics, volume, etc?
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