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time to discuss kt-88's

It is time to retube. I have quicksilver 90's, and I understand different amps like, or may like, different tubes. I have searched the archives and found little discussion on kt-88 types. I have also wacthed a few post go through without a responce on different amps seeking advice on which tube that use kt-88's.
There are more options for kt-88's lately from svetlana, sovtek, jj and electro-harmonix. I feel that we, as audiogonners, should be discussing them. What are your opinions of these different tubes? What are the differences between them, how do they compare to n.o.s.? Any great bargains or sleepers? ect.
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unclejeff
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I recently traded my JJ KT 88s from my Audio Aero Capitole amp into my McIntosh 2102 amp just to see what would happen. the Svetlana Kt 88s made an amazing improvement to the Audio Aero. so much so that only now do I realize just how wonderful this amp sounds. I got on line and bought another set of Svetlana KT 88s to put back into my McIntosh. While I was at it I changed out most of the rest of the tubes in my system.

Anyway, you will find lots of support for the Svetlana KT 88 tube and perhaps even more support for electro harmonix which I have not yet tried.
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