Wow - thanks for that detailed report, Mryder. It would be nice to see more reports like this for other tube gear (especially hybrid preamps/amps) on Audiogon.
Since I first posted my question, I have experienced essentially the same results as you for several of the tubes mentioned above. In the end I went back to the stock JJ Tesla because they seem the least analytical, and just have a warm full sound. (Can't argue with their price/availability either!).
Since I first posted my question, I have experienced essentially the same results as you for several of the tubes mentioned above. In the end I went back to the stock JJ Tesla because they seem the least analytical, and just have a warm full sound. (Can't argue with their price/availability either!).