The Mullard 12at7wa also known as cv4024 is very popular. I believe I read Kevin Deal of Upscale Audio said it is the quietest and most robust in this family. It also has a nice tube sound that's not too tubey. My favorite.
You can get NOS ones on Ebay for about 35 bucks a matched pair.
You can get NOS ones on Ebay for about 35 bucks a matched pair.