Status Update--
I have rolled quite a few signal/input tubes. So I finally got around to putting in different power tubes.
I am running Tung Sol 7581A (reissues, of course). I think this tube is basically an upgraded 6L6GC tube. It does have some (slightly) more headroom as its plate dissipation is rated up to 35W.
I had to let them warm up for 10 minutes before they would bias properly. They did and stayed there perfectly--haven't moved.
The midrange is more forward and pronounced with a touch more sweetness than the KT120s. Bass is tighter and more defined, but it's not as prominent.
Highs have similar air as the 120s, yet the sound a touch crisper/shinier--not brighter though.
Very fun endeavor.
I have rolled quite a few signal/input tubes. So I finally got around to putting in different power tubes.
I am running Tung Sol 7581A (reissues, of course). I think this tube is basically an upgraded 6L6GC tube. It does have some (slightly) more headroom as its plate dissipation is rated up to 35W.
I had to let them warm up for 10 minutes before they would bias properly. They did and stayed there perfectly--haven't moved.
The midrange is more forward and pronounced with a touch more sweetness than the KT120s. Bass is tighter and more defined, but it's not as prominent.
Highs have similar air as the 120s, yet the sound a touch crisper/shinier--not brighter though.
Very fun endeavor.