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Tubes for VTL 7.5

VTL 7.5 owners I'm looking for some idea's on new tubes for my VTL 7.5.
mtdking
detlof
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Have you got a Mark 1 or a Mk.2?
mtdking OP
157 posts
 
series I.
rodman99999
6,206 posts
 
Search for a pair of Siemens E83CC(triple mica) or ECC803S tubes from the sixties. The 803S was a specially selected tube for the German Telephone Service, but you'll still want them(or whatever you buy) screened/certified pre-amp grade. You might try a pair of these: (http://www.upscaleaudio.com/product.asp?itemid=39&catid=40) An excellent tube and Kevin's tube testing/screening/burn-in procedures are second-to-none. No connection, other than a very happy customer. Too bad he doen't have any Siemens tubes. I've purchased a number of great Siemens tubes from this eBay seller(located in Germany): (http://myworld.ebay.com/audiotubes_de) You might check with him with regards to your needs.
jmo
115 posts
 
I've been using the NOS Mullard tubes in my VTL 7.5 they are a pure pleasure.
anupmc
21 posts
 
With the Series I, if you're looking for the _Ultimate_ in transparency and dynamics, IMHO go for an original NOS pair of Telefunken ECC803S or ECC802S (lower gain, less audible tube "rush" if you're a nearfield listener, but less dynamic than the 803).

They won't come cheap though, a good pair of 803S will set you back about a grand and a half. The 802S about half that.

If you're not keen on spending that much, a good NOS Tesla ECC803S pair will come close, though not nearly as transparent IMHO.
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