buying (NOS) tubes online


Hi All,

Schiit replacement tube prices seem to have skyrocketed recently..

Does anybody have experience (positive or negative) with Novik Tube Store (via eBay?

Looking for a Valhalla 2 set. [They were $40, now $120]

 

Thanks, 

Richard

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I’ve not purchased from Novik Tubes- can’t help you there. I do know those are fairly inexpensive tubes though when compared to what some are using/rolling.

I would try Billington Export but you may have to pay a retail premium if you’re not placing a large order. There site has a downloadable catalog you can find here-

Billington Export

You might try skimming the forums over at Head-Fi as there are a fair number of Valhalla owners there as well. They may have other suggestions for replacement tubes and/or suppliers.

@oddiofyl + 1 - I buy all my tubes from Brent; I can trust him to make good recommendations based on what I tell him I'm looking for, too. 

On eBay, I make sure the seller tests with numbers (readings and minimums) and they have 100% feedback.

Andy at vintagetubeservices.com.  You must talk with him though.  Be patient and you will be rewarded.  (616) 454-3467.