Assuming you’ve checked your bias, have more than one source and they all exhibit the same result into the Cronus: I’d replace the middle 12AU7 (preamp tube), first. Generally speaking; tubes lose their juice more slowly (not a sudden event, in both channels). If the loss was really that sudden; you may want to contact Rogue for guidance (570-992-9901). Tube rolling/tasting can be a lot of fun. If you desire the best sound: contact NOS purveyors (ie: Brent Jessee Recording, Jim at McShane Design, Kevin Deal/Upscale Audio, Andy Bouwman/Vintage Tube Serv), for advice given according to your listening preferences/tastes. That can get expensive, as well as addictive.
Should I upgrade my Tubes
I have a Rogue Audio Magnum II which is 100 Watts per channel paired with Vandersteen Treo CT speakers. My tubes seem to be shot as suddenly I get no amplification (just very low level audio). The 4 power tubes are TUNG-SOL KT120. I have been reading about getting "better" tubes but every discussion seems to get into "depends how you like the sound" types of comments similar to every other audio component - LOL.
So what's a man do ?
So what's a man do ?
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