Here comes the Dude. What to expect?

I don't know how it compares to the Ref 3 and 5 but it has transformed what I thought was possible in audio.

Here is what you should do to prepare and get the most out of the Dude.

Get footers as it does not come with any. I suggest a Sistrum stand to go under it. They work great under the Dude.

My second choice would be large brass cones - 3 of them.

Now buy some good 6sn7 tubes - 2 of them.I suggest Marconi black base NOS for $75 or so.They are the best I have heard in the Dude.

Last, please allow for burn in. At least 150 hours.

Enjoy

The Dude abides.

12sn7 tubes in my Dude.

Glory,

They are 6sn7's? Please clarify what you are saying?

Thanks,

Bill