How long do NOS 6L6gc power tubes last in a Mcintosh MC240 amp?


I just ordered a quad of NOS tubes for the MC240, how long should they last?  I listen for 1-2 hours a day, low-medium volume...
garthb309

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tomic601 is correct. the MC240 is pretty easy on tubes. not sure what speakers you are using but try both 8 and 4 ohm taps. usually one will sound a bit better. Also try some KT66s in the 240.
not sure if your 240 is original or not, but greatest improvement you can make is to add a film cap to the 100uf electrolytic cap in the feedback circuit.
Takes longer to remove the bottom cover than it does to solder in the cap, one for each channel.