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Which EL34 is your favorite and why?

I know that this question is asked, but for several years ago, so...

I’m gonna buy a Line Magnetic LM34IA and I’m gonna replace the EL34 stock tubes.
I will also replace the two ECC82 and the ECC83. Any tips for them?

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lancelock
1,094 posts
 
I also like the Amerex/Holland brown-base EL34 if you can find them. I also have a quad of British NOS Genelex KT77.
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stereo5
6,410 posts
 
I second the Gold Lion tubes.  They give you that rich midrange.  
stevecham
3,340 posts
 
For currently manufactured tubes my preference is Tung-Sol followed by JJ. My favorite supplier for these is Tube Depot. I have purchased many preamp, driver and power tubes from them over the years and not once had a dud.
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pdreher
1,212 posts
 
Ditto Jond's recommendation for Gold Lion KT77's.
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