I use Telefunken CCa's in mine and love them in the phono. I have also used NOS Telefunken 6922's also a super tube go and try you may like it . I like the sound with a Siemens 6922 or CCa's in the line stage but you could also try a 6922 Phillips Holland SQ miniwatt NOS or a Amperex PQ 6922 Holland NOS . This is what I use and love the sound just My two cents