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Mullard EL-34 reissues

Anyone tried the Mullard EL-34 out put tubes. I have heard phenomenal reviews from two sources. One being upscale audio. i am a little hesitant based on EL-34 tubes reputation for being soft at the extremes... What amp are you using. I have the TAD-60s and replaced with the new Tung Sol 6550s...

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thorman
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I really like the Svetlana "cryo" el34 quad (thor tpa 30).
Sounds great even a touch better than the non cryo Svet. Has a touch more sweetness and refinement. Some people say the new Mullard is just a new lable..Not sure but i'd be suspiciuos...
stevecham
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I've tried all the currently manufactured EL34 types, including the Mullard reissues (had one go bad after two months, was arcing badly and blew several fuses before I said "nuts") but by far the KT77 tubes offered by Rogue Audio are the best I've had in my system.
frankm1
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I'm running them now in my amps - replaced two sets of JJ's. So far, they have a very smooth sound, and have operated without incident.
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