Linlai E 6sn7 tubes
I just placed an order for a pair of these for my Aric Audio Motherlode II. I’ve been chatting with a fellow that runs the E 6sn7 in his Don Sachs pre. He loves them, He says they make his NOS tubes sound thin and lifeless.
It will be a couple weeks until I receive them,and I was curious if anyone out in Agon land has tried these,and what are your impressions?
Thanks in advance,
Ray
Everything in your link is the same as what I purchased. Horizontal lettering on glass, logo on base, same box with test results for 2 tubes. What's interesting is the cards are printed in Chinese. There's a red stamp (probably for QC) in Chinese. And the date of manufacture is stamped in reverse of international/military dating. My tubes were made 22 - 03 - 2022. That's March 3, 2022. The card has 2022, 03, 22. Not a international date. Looking forward to the delivery of @danmar123 tubes. |
@lowrider57 Tks for the confirmation. So these tubes are for the Asian market as they are not Linlai Global catered for the Western market? But you have been getting quality sound from these tubes right? So I guess it shouldnt be an issue. Another thing I notice is the price. The Linlai Global tube seems comparatively more expensive than non-Linlai Global, at least the ones am getting locally (the same tubes as yours). |
Just to build on the point @danmar123 made. Googled the difference between TM and Registered as displayed by different versions of the Linlais. This is what it says ( not a legal interpretation though)
What is the difference between TM and registered trademark? TM denotes that you are claiming a right to use your brand as a trademark, although it may not yet be registered with the relevant IP office. (R) signifies that your trademark is officially registered with the IP office in the country and for the goods and services that you are using it for.
Not sure if this adds to greater clarity or confusion. |
Yes, the sound is wonderful. You’re right, the Globals are much more expensive than from Chinese Ebay dealers. Grant Fidelity, $303 per pair. My pair was fairly priced at $190 USD but shipping to US was $60. So not so cheap. Another thing I don’t understand is why Viva Tubes, who is an authorised dealer, has so many defective tubes. Will wait to hear from danmar. |
@lowrider57 Likewise Linlai non Global tubes sold here locally cost the same as yours -S$250 per pair. Well guess @danmar123 holds the key. :) |
