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How long should Pre amp (12au7) tubes last in Rogue Preamp?

I've always heard Rogue equipment drives tubes hard. My RP-5 (purchased in OCT 2017) still sounds great with the stock JJ's. No distortion or any added noise. Typical life (in hours) of general 12au7's for a Rogue preamp? I may try the newer Gold Lions next time, although I am happy with the sound of the JJ's
aberyclark
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jmolsberg
467 posts
 
Gold Lions sound really good to my ears. They should last a good longtime in the Rogue
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tostadosunidos
1,198 posts
 
I haven't tried the Gold Lions yet, but I put a pair of NOS Tung-Sol tubes in the preamp section of my Rogue integrated amp and was surprised at how much better it sounded.  I'm sure my JJ's were still fine after a few years but it seemed like a cheap enough experiment and it paid off.
browndt
97 posts
 
Usually 5000 to 10000 hours if the tubes are not defective. 
aberyclark OP
1,410 posts
 
Thanks for the info. I may purchase a set of Gold Lions sooner rather than later so I have working back up tubes.
mesch
3,530 posts
 
I think replacing the tubes prior to a need to do so is a good idea. Having a backup set is handy and you may rediscover your preamp.
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