12AT7 / 12AU7

Which brands are known for having more of a syrupy/airy/atmospheric sound?

shtinkydog05-25-2022 3:43pm

tomcy6 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,632 posts 05-25-2022 at 05:14pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete I'm not sure what you mean, syrupy and airy are kind of opposites. My favorite 12AU7 variant is the Amperex 7316.
tomcy6 Details Discussions Posts This discussion Message User 2,632 posts 05-31-2022 at 08:53pm Copy Comment URL Report Comment Edit Delete YMMD Mine definitely does. Telefunken 12AU7s sound drab in my BHK preamp while Amperex 7316s sparkle. It just confirms that there are no absolutes in audio.