Russian Tube Preamp, No Return, Here I go again


I decided to risk it, Russian, no return. (he accepted my $400. offer, so $500. delivered).

https://www.ebay.com/itm/174498093168

Gives me tubes in my office system.

I just read something:

People don’t want advice, just confirmation

I’m not looking for either (this time), just thought some of you would find it funny and wish me luck.

I’m 72, it may arrive before my 75th birthday
elliottbnewcombjr
Are you absolutely certain that you have the right tube in the right socket? Because if you have misplaced the tubes in their sockets, all bets are off, and any symptoms could be explained by that, particularly the ones you mentioned. And no, the power cord is not causing that much in the way of problems. Even if you think you installed each tube correctly, I would open the chassis and take another look at where you placed each tube in relation to the instructions you were evidently given.
yes, tubes are in the correct sockets. I got photo with locations indicated from seller.
Have you double-checked to be sure you got it right?  If so, then I would take the problem to the seller and ask him to reaffirm his instructions to you regarding tube placement.  After that doesn't lead you to a solution,  you need a good tech.