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Pre-amp tube upgrades?

I am presently using a BAT VKP10 for my phono pre and an ARC Ref 2 for my main pre. The phono is a Mithcell Orbe with an SME IV.V and a Koetsu Black. I'd like to begin experimenting with potential tube upgrades. It is already by far the best sounding combo I've owned, but for the past 35 years I've enganged in the never ending search for a better sounding system. Any suggestions?
Jeff
jwin

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gundam91
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Hi Jwin,

Sorry, I don't have a specific tube recommendation for you besides try different tubes in your ARC. JoeS' article on 6DJ8/6922/7308 tube family on Audio Asylum site has a lot of good information. I have an LS-1 and an LS-2B MkII, I prefer Amperex tubes in these.

I do have a question for you regarding the Koetsu cart on your Orbe. Can you tell me more about how you like it? I currently have a Benz M2 on SME V on my Orbe SE.
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