Many thanks guys. Have been considering Amperex tubes for both spots, but may look into the English Mullard & Telefunken range of tubes. Nice systems you guys got; My system: Wadia 301 cdp, VTL 5.5 pre, M/F XP200 mono block amps, Chario speakers, A/Q Cheetah ICs, A/Q Sterling spk cables, PS Audio power cords & Ultimate Outlets AC filters.