Any experience with EZ-80s, 5687s or Bendix 6900s?

Fmpnd,

Why didn't you just send the tubes back for a refund? Seems like that would have made the most sense. Are you sure they were bad? Did you have them tested to be certain? That is what I would have done. Certainly a better option than trashing someone years later who has no opportunity to respond due to a chronic condition that will result in his death shortly. We all make mistakes but I certainly hope you realize your poor judgement at this time with your assertions as to Brian Kyle's character. IMO an apology is in order.

FM,

After hearing the story here I don't want the tubes even if they are perfect.

Let's see . repentence is in order I do believe.

Cut his family a check to rid yourself of the bitterness so you can live in freedom.

Apologies are very much called for by the two posts after mine. I also asked questions about your strong accusations of the distributor stealing "your" DAC chip and screwing up your player. Add to that the kicking of someone while he's down (permanently) while giving no proof of wrongdoing. And by your own admission you used tubes not approved for the player without checking, which likely may have "screwed up" your player -- not something covered by warranty. Fmpnd, it's time for you to man up, tell it like it is and accept responsibility, and make amends with the two people you have victimized, including a public apology here.

The OP must have checked out. Can't think of any other reason that an apology would not have been issued.

Considering he has been made aware of the replies, I am very disappointed.