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KT 88's....what's the story????

I decided to get the new Antique Sound Lab Hurrican with 8 KT 88's per side. The salesman said that these tubes are one of the best sounding tubes there are, but sometimes blows.
Whats the story? What does he mean by blow?? Is there any real danger (fire?)....what are the results of a damaged tube...besides getting a new tube? Also tell me what you think of the KT 88's.
Thanks Rick
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audioman4
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Agree with all of the above...
Kevin of Upscale recommended a great replacment and longer
lasting tube with slightly more power...
Check out the KT 90 by EI... It is a great tube replacement for the KT88 and I have found it to be much more reliable and provide more slam at any level than the
KT 88. They will run you about 40 per tube or so..
Good luck,
Joe
Custom Audio LLC
audioman4
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Regarding the Warranty...
You know, I never really gave it much thought...
There really isnt too much in an amp that can "break"
Not any moving parts...
I have been running kt 90 tubes in the Sonic Frontiers for
a while and there have been no problems at all..
If you are concerned, contact your manufacturer and get
their warranty information clear.
Good Luck,
Joe
Custom Audio LLC
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