Thanks for the info Larry. Guys, is the 6550/KT88 expected to last half as long as the 6922, 6SN7 and 5U4?
What new tubes for Cary SLI-80 and where to get?
Purchased a used Cary SLI-80 recently and would like to replace all the tubes. May not be able to get them all at once due to cost so what do you recommend I replace first, second etc.
Do all the tubes other than the 6550 output tubes last much longer than the output ones? If so, then I'm guessing it's probably a good idea to replace those first? I've heard on this forum that SLI-80 owners have had good success with EH KT-88s. From a couple tube sites I've visited, they say that JJ Tesla KT-88s are good. Anyone try that one in a SLI-80?
What are good places to purchase tubes? I saw some mention of Vintage Tube Services. Called the number on their website but it's disconnected. Are they no longer in business? Anyone buy from http://www.boiaudioworks.com/ ? Prices look good there.
Do all the tubes other than the 6550 output tubes last much longer than the output ones? If so, then I'm guessing it's probably a good idea to replace those first? I've heard on this forum that SLI-80 owners have had good success with EH KT-88s. From a couple tube sites I've visited, they say that JJ Tesla KT-88s are good. Anyone try that one in a SLI-80?
What are good places to purchase tubes? I saw some mention of Vintage Tube Services. Called the number on their website but it's disconnected. Are they no longer in business? Anyone buy from http://www.boiaudioworks.com/ ? Prices look good there.