6922 tube recommendations


A couple of years ago I purchased a Musical Fidelity x-can headphone amp. I followed MF's directions and left the thing on all the time, and eventually the tube burnt out. I bought a cheap replacement and it sounded like crap. Specically it had way too much noise to be enjoyable at moderate volumns. I basically haven't used the amp since then.

Given that my wife has been busting my chops for playing my music too loud at nights I was thinking of bringing this amp back into the rotation. However, I need to replace the tube before even considering it. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good 6922 tube? tried searching the forums w/o much luck.

thanks
Sballs
sballs
Sballs,

I suggest that you try Joe's Tube Lore as a good place to start. (It does not address your particular piece of equipment, but it does give a good solid base to begin your research from.)

Joe's Tube Lore @ Audio Asylum

Scroll about half way down the page to see where his review of the 6922's begin.

Good Luck in your search!!!!
The Electro Harmonix 6922's are good for around $15 each, or......if you want to spend big, Amperex 7308's are about as good as it gets.

I own both.

Dave
Kurt_tank,

Thanks! That site pretty much gives me exactly the info I was look for.

Regards
Sballs