I once had an LS15 that I started with some EH tubes. I switched to Gold Lion and in my system they made the music less involving. I switched back the EH and was happy with them as long as I owned that LS15. I upgraded to an LS27 and never looked back. I am now on a quest to find a Ref 6 pre. Enjoy your tube swapping. It really is system dependent.
BEST TUBES FOR AUDIO RESEARCH PRE-AMP (LS-16)
Just looking for input on people's experiences with pre-amp tubes for my Audio Research LS-16.
For the last couple of replacements I have chosen GOLD LION E88CC/6922's.
Before those it was Electro-Harmonix 6922's.
I think the Gold Lions are smoother (less bright)....which is to my liking...and still detailed...nice midrange...
I mostly listen to vinyl...system is Audio Research LS 16 pre-amp...Audio Reserch 100.2 power amp (solid state) VPi Scoutmaster TT,,,Wilson Sophia speakers (first series).
Also any thoughts on how much of an upgrade an LS-26 or LS-27 would be.
Thanks!
Greg