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Difference between Amperex 6922 pinched waist tube

I wonder if there are differences in the Amperex 6922 pinched waist gold pin tubes that I have heard about. I see some were made in Holland and some were made in the US. Is one supposed to be superior to the other. I have read that they are pretty much the holy grail of Amperex tubes. I just picked up some Siemens CCa tubes and really am impressed but figure I may as well see what else is in their league. Thanks for any advice as I could always use it.
nicksgem10s
711smilin
513 posts
 
Nicksgems, Email me for info, i have them all, both USA and holland. I prefer them over any cca's I have ever heard, by a long shot.
s23chang
619 posts
 
The pinch waist made in Holland 6DJ8 D-getter from the 50s are even more rare than the 6922. They sound sweeter than any other 6DJ8 and 6922s.
noonan
16 posts
 
my waist feels very pinched right now. I guess I will have to let out my pants a little.
711smilin
513 posts
 
Noonan, get a girdle baby, leave the tubes for the men. hehheheheh
uunderhill
3 posts
 
In general, I've with found for the same model of Amperex tube,the Holland made tube sounds warmer, with sweeter highs, than the equivalent USA made tube.

However, I've found USA made Amperexes sound more dynamic and have more bass.
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