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45 tubes for Yamamoto A-08s

I am new to this type of tubes, i said to myself never buy tube amp anymore, but it was hard to resist when Yamamoto A-08s (from my old wantlist) turned up for sale at affordable price, finally. And i bought it (no more cartridges this month for sure, i am saving on new tubes). 

So many amazing reviews online, especially from people who use same speakers like my Zu Audio Druid.

Damn, why do i need another amp if i already have First Watt praised as much as the Yammy with same type of speakers. Maybe for my final comparison of the best Solid State vs. SET ... who knows.

Anyway, my unit comes with used tubes supplied originally (NOS) by the manufacturer.

I know nothing about 45 tubes and i wish to learn quickly.

The most popular NEW replacement is Emission Lab 45s ($648 for a pair in USA now, the price will be higher soon).

Maybe there are some cheaper NOS tubes available ?


Please recommend me something, especially if you have same Yamamoto A-08s amp

Thanks!


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luisma31
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Hey chakster,
I got some EML from Jac van de walle in Germany, he has pretty good stocks of tubes, even Russians, and he is very knowledgeable, the 45 is allegedly the best tube ever made for music, I am trying to get some NOS too, will let you know what I find.

EML solid plates if you like neutral sound (not mesh) is as good as it gets new production, but NOS could be less costly.

Enjoy the Amp good call


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