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Tube Tester

After a lifetime of solid state equipment I have switched to tubes, my first choice in sound but had not wanted to deal with the extra upkeep in the past. What do I need in a tube tester and any recommendations for something around $150 with shipping? I am using a Unison Research Triode 25 Integrated Amp with a Black Ice Audio DSD Wifi Dac, so the tester will need to be able to test EL34. 12AU7 and 12AX7 tubes.

Thanks
mtloriginal

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oldhvymec
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Valve test equipment per say is not really, "I have this much to spend on a  tool", kind of tool.

You get what you pay for. I'm sure there are some killer deals too.  Test equipment, and killer deals are NOT always a great combo..

The older equipment should be checked for accuracy. There are some great old testers, too. Remember, we're looking to match valves not just see if they are shorted, or weak, but matched,  I also looked into one that was laptop based, should work too.  I'm not gonna recommend a brand. I use a Hickok 539A.  It has the old rolo file, Very Art Deco, the A series..

Others will chime in..

Happy hunting
oldhvymec
5,101 posts
 
Otherwise, you’re probably better off buying a new Amplitrex AT1000
http://amplitrex.com


Hello tvas.. Do you know what they wanted for the Amplitrex AT1000
I looked at this before, They never did get back with me, on a price or build time.. There was another one too. 

Orange AT1000, last time I looked they were 425.00.  It's gone up 75.00, in 3 years..

What about that one? 500.00 Now...Though.

You ever use either one..

Regards
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