I have a Eico 667. It's not good for power tube matching. It can check for weak tubes shorts and leakage. It's an inexpensive go nogo tester.
Tube tester...anyone own their own?
Since a lot of us utilize tube based gear, I am wondering how many of us own a tube tester? I am considering acquiring one, not sure if I would look for a Hickok or another brand/type.
if you are considering a tube tester, or already own one, do tell us your recommendations and your experience with the particular type you own.
if you are considering a tube tester, or already own one, do tell us your recommendations and your experience with the particular type you own.
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I bought a TV-10Du that was supposed to be in perfect working order from someone on ebay. It arrived dead. I thought it was probably something loose I could fix, but never could find anything obvious, sold it at a bit of a loss. Then bought an Amplitrex, terribly expensive, but it works. As they say, buy good, cry once |
Doing a little research, the Amplitrex does seem to be the easiest to use and best on the market. I'm not sure what the price is..anyone?? I want to test not just driver tubes, but also power tubes like the KT150. The Hickok's look ok, but they seem unable to accurately test power tubes, which would seem to me to be a major failing. |
Doing a little research, the Amplitrex does seem to be the easiest to use and best on the market. I’m not sure what the price is..anyone?? I wanted to buy one a few years ago and the price was close to $3K! Way out of my budget. Not sure how much they are now? I have a friend that bought one of these: https://orangeamps.com/products/accessories/amplifier-management/valve-tester/ It will only test certain tubes, but I've used it a few times and it seems to be really accurate and easy to use. Gotten pretty good reviews also... |
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