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Tube Upgrades for Cayin A-50T ?

I'm looking to upgrade the tubes on my A-50T. The tube compliment is:

Mullard push/pull EL-34 (4), 12AX7EH (2), 12AU7EH (2).

I'd like to get a bit more bass, fullness and warmth out of the amp if possible.
Thanks!
mijs
mcfarland
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For fullness and warmth, you might consider the mullard 12ax7's (nos), it's possible that the newer "Groove Tubes" will fill the bill, as I have not heard them as yet, but their price makes them an attractive option. I have not been impressed with base response or warmth from my Mazda 12au7's, so I would not recommend those to you. Perhaps others can lend some advise regarding the output tubes and the 12au7's.
mijs OP
9 posts
 
Thanks. That's the kind of info I'm looking for.
Anyone have recommendations for the EL-34s?
mijs OP
9 posts
 
Just in case anyone else is interested, Vacuum Tube Valley recommends the following for the Cayin A-50T tube upgrade:

JJ Kt77 (matched quad)
RCA 12AU7 nos
GE 12AX7 nos
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