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Which resistors to use for KT88 output tubes

Hi, I'm looking for 5 watt 10ohm, 100ohm, and 2.2kohm resistors to use on the grid, screen, and plate of the KT88s in my amp build. I've looked into Kiwami, but most seem to feel Mills are better for this application. The Mundorf M-Resist Supreme resistors seem even better, but the largest value Mundorf is 33ohm. Any advice or other alternatives? Has anyone compared these resistors? Thanks.
dracule1
detredwings
162 posts
 
I've never tried Mundorf resistors. The only one's I've seen are the large 10 watt types.

On the grid carbon composite types are best because they help in suppressing parasitic oscillations. Even if the grid drifts a little over time it won't hurt anything. The value on the grid is not crucial.
Don't use them on cathode's or plates though. These will determine your tubes operating state. "bias"
rodman99999
6,164 posts
 
Another point on your bias resistors: Find 1% tolerance pieces(but, you probably already know that).
dracule1 OP
1,085 posts
 
Wont metal film work just as well on the grids?
rodman99999
6,164 posts
 
Metal films like Vishay and Caddock, are excellent, but good wirewounds have actually proven to be quieter. ( http://www.aikenamps.com/ResistorNoise.htm ) It can't hurt to have stable/quiet resistors, in every section of your circuit.
dracule1 OP
1,085 posts
 
Hi Rodman, I don't see any mention of wirewound resistor being quieter than Vishay or Caddock in the link you provided. Is this from your personal experience?
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