Matched Tubes - Is there really a big difference??


Have a few Tung-Sol 6SN7 tubes but they are not matched pairs. I own a Counterpoint power amp modified to use two 6SN7 tubes. It is a hybrid power amp, tube ins with SS output. Will I hear a big difference if the tung-sols are not a matched pair? What exactly will I hear or be missing? The matched pairs go for $350-$400 ouch.

Thanks.
bigkidz

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The amp has one rectifier 6CA4 tube and two 6SN7 tubes - one per channel. See the links for pictures. Thanks for the assistance.

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