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EL34 vs. KT66 output tubes

I've had the recent opportunity to compare EL34 and KT66 output tubes in my AES sixpac monobloc amps (the amps come with the EL34's). I am surprised how much more I like the KT66's. Male vocals in particular seem to really reach out much more with the KT66's. Although bass might not be as deep as the EL34's, it has a warmer rounder feel. Is the KT66 known to be a warmer sounding tube? Does anyone have experience with both of these tubes?
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jeffreybehr
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WHICH '34? WHICH '66? I suspect there are more variations among brands WITHIN the tube type as between the 2 types.

"Male vocals in particular seem to really reach out much more..." means male vocals are more forward?
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