Linlai E 6sn7 tubes

@fredcdobbs 

I've been buying from Brent for years, and yes, he does make great recommendations. 

I've used every type of Sylvania 6SN7 except the metal base. Currently, I have WWII VT-231's and 6SN7GT 3-holes in my amp. The VT-231 is milspec and presents a transparent wide, 3D soundstage. These tubes have become very expensive. The GT is more dynamic with smooth extended highs and a deep low-end. All Sylvanias present a sense of realism.

I'd like to buy more VT-231's (they're so quiet and clear) but I'm waiting for the Linlai's to arrive. 

Just ordered 2 more Linlai E 6sn7 for the Don Sachs preamp. Interested to hear it with all Linlai tubes. I've got 25 hours of playtime on the 1st two.

Thanks,

aldnorab

@rocray well they sound different than the RCA and Ken-Rad. Replacing the RCA with these brings the lower midrange and midrange forward ( a good thing for my speakers). The high frequencies are rolled off and dark. There is no air and very little decay. Normally this would mean game over for me, but the midrange is so nice, I’m ok with it at the moment. Hope they open up a little with more time and get more "floaty" highs. The Ken-Rad lean a little this way and may be influencing everything. Need a full set of Linlai to know for sure. They should arrive in a few weeks.

Thanks,

aldnorab

You've got many hours ahead until the Linlai's are fully burned in, they'll go through changes during this period. This happens with any new tube.

I installed mine yesterday and the highs were rolled off. Today they have extension and sound harsh.