Takayuki 300B vs Western Electric NEW Production 300B


Hi everyone,

Has anyone had the good fortune to audition or own both of these fine 300b tubes?

I am particular in the "New Production"  Western Electric 300b, which seems to be heading in the right direction, vs the Takayuki 300B, which mimics the original Western Electric, and many have stated is a very good 300b.

Both are approximately the same price, with the Western Electric coming with a 5 year warranty.

I'll be using a matched pair in my Vinnie Rossi L2iSE integrated preamp section. Just which brand?

Any comments would be appreciated in sound quality choices.

J.
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Showing 1 response by snopro

I concur with jsch9876 excactly. The WE are sweeter in the midrange and the bass is fuller in the lower mids and upper bass. the treble isn't as extended.

The Taks are faster, with a more punchy bass and open treble both are great depends what you are looking for.

If your system is on the warmer side the Taks and the WE if you need a little more fullness. Both very clear and pure sounding!