Tubes for VTL 7.5

I've been using the NOS Mullard tubes in my VTL 7.5 they are a pure pleasure.

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.

I agree with Mr A with regards to the Teles. They were also manufactured to satisfy the German Telephone Service's needs(picky in the extreme), and specially selected for "low noise". The Siemens will outperform the Teslas though in realism. The Mullards, Brimars, Ediswan tubes will all impart the "warmth"/colorations that you are trying to avoid. If you don't skimp in this purchase: You'll never regret it! BTW- The Teles and Siemens are 10kHr tubes, so- they will probably outlast your ownership of the pre.

I used Mullards with great success. I also used 5751s which reduced the gain just a touch but also sounded great. I am a big fan of Siemens tubes as well. I am using their ECC801s in my amps. The Teles get too expensive at times. I did try a few of the S teles but I was unlucky. Be careful & use a tube dealer.

Dgad,

Did you find any other tube that reduced the gain a bit. My CD player has very high output voltage so with louder disk I some volume control. It's not a huge issue just asking.

Thanks