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Im looking to for replacement tubes for my Mastersound 845, 2 of each

Tubes in question: 6SN7 845 ECC802

I bought WE replica 845 from PSvane   

now I need 6SN7 and ECC802 

I saw new 6SN7  Tung-sol on eBay for about 50$ for pair. There are also vintage Tung-sol on eBay. Not sure how to proceed here. Is eBay a reliable source for tubes? I like their quick shipping and confidence in returns in case something is wrong.  What other sources are reliable for aforementioned tubes? 
ei001h
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phcollie
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I have purchased the Melz 1578 from Svetlana_ua via ebay (100% positive feedback)(6 hole) several times out of the Ukraine. Zero Problems.
Have also purchased the cheaper Melz 1578 from markcohen-7 via ebay also from Ukraine with zero problems. Can still get "New" never used in the box NOS from these sellers and they ship immediately. Unfortunately they take a few weeks to arrive. Worth the wait. The Melz metal base are wonderful.
ei001h OP
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Ive bought a few items from Russia, solid transactions with reputable feedbacks. I haven't had the chance to test the PSVANE 845 yet. Will try tonight. 


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phcollie
342 posts
 
I've never had the PS but read somewhere they take about 48 hours to open up. I like the paypal method of being able to protect your purchase also. Maybe it is my ears but the Melz sound better after a couple of days running. You probably know more about tube construction than I do.
Cheers.
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audioman58
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Go to Brent Jesse recording ,
vintagetube services,   For the real deal there were Millions of   tubes made ,they were much better made ,far better tighter vacuum and well worth the effort ,every brand sounds a bit different ,call Brent he will guide you in the balance you are looking for and you can get a 2 year warranty for an extra reasonable fee.

zazouswing
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Avoid eBay. 50/50 and not worth the risk to the gear. I have bought lots of vintage tubes from several sources. Those listed above are all top notch. Add Grant Fidelity - sells the spin-off brand from psvane - should be trusted. For eBay, I’ve had luck with all the rectifiers I’ve purchased but not so for input tubes or power tubes. 
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