NOS tubes


My question is this, why are NOS tubes percieved/ or not, said to sound better than newly manufactured ones, with all the new technology and manufacturing techniques and materials you would think the opposite to be true, but then again I guess it’s the same as solid state vs. tubes,
Thanks,
Rob
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You'd figure that with social media and instant feedback today, that some tube maker would realize that making a superior product would kill the competition. That's assuming anyone gives a crap anymore.
I always enjoy talking to Mr. Deal. Very informed and reasonable man. He is, in his arena, an artist and artists are sometimes misunderstood.
Don't forget: The Military used to use tubes in its field equipment. You don't use cheap stuff in this application. The 6H30 DR "super tubes", touted by Balanced Audio Technology, were made for Russian fighter jets.

I think everyone who uses tubes should send a note to Western Electric, who is currently building a production facility in Georgia, and express their desire for their favorite tubes (I've already done this). Who knows, maybe they will build tubes, other than just 300Bs, with super-high quality.