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Shuguang Black Treasure CV181-Z
I would like to know if the TJ full music 6sn7 and the Sophia 6sn7 tubes are the same and who makes who. Remember, Sophia does not manufacture tubes they are a re-seller/re-brander of Chinese tubes with "supposedly" higher screening and toleranc... 
Sellers and "Ambiguity" or "Integrity" of "item as described" descriptions on eBay
Fraud, is a strong statement.  Grounds for a return for full refund - absolutely. 
845 tubes. New not old stock
There are exactly 2 factories in the world that make 845s: Shuguang and KRDon't forget Elrog 
845 tubes. New not old stock
The standard 845 filament current is 3.25 amps whereas the KR845 tube has a filament voltage of 1.0 amp 
845 tubes. New not old stock
Be careful with the KR845 tubes as they do not have the same electrical parameters as the standard 845 tube.   
E-Bay RETURNS, WHAT A BUCKET OF WORMS
Is this a vintage Mac tuner?  If so, it may come down to one's expectations of reasonable physical condition of a vintage unrestored item.  Does the tuner work? 
What kind of lamp to use with a stroboscopic disc?
You will need a turntable strobe strobe disk.  The markings will be set for either a 50hz or 60hz line frequency depending on your country's power supply.  In North America, we have 60hz power.  Just set the StrobeLight at 60hz and point it at th... 
How much does tube brand REALLY affect sound in terms of rectifier tubes?
Thanks rodman9999.  Yes, very few new tube amplifiers are employing tube rectifiers in their circuit because of voltage demands.  I still see quite a few preamps that use tube rectifiers as the voltage demand is within the tube's capabilities.  I ... 
Kr Enterprise 300b xls non bottle shaped?
My understanding is that KR Enterprise went under some form restructuring and re-emerged as KR Audio. KR Audio should have the info you are looking for. 
How much does tube brand REALLY affect sound in terms of rectifier tubes?
The tube rectifier's job is to convert AC into DC.  If the load is greater than the DC supply, this will cause a voltage sag which results in a compressed sound.  My question is, if the pre or amplifier's rectifier is properly designed to avoid vo... 
What kind of lamp to use with a stroboscopic disc?
If you have a Smart Phone, there are many light strobe apps that you can download for free 
How much does tube brand REALLY affect sound in terms of rectifier tubes?
Okay, I must be the exception.  I hear no difference when swapping out rectifiers in my pre-amp.  When talking to the manufacture, I was told that my preamp's DC requirements are conservative, therefore, the power will not sag when pushed.   
Right angle AC plug adapter?
Marinco (5266RA) 15A 125V SB RIGHT ANGLE PLUG  
Focal Mezzo Utopia Be Upgrades
Yes, I am confident they would exceed the performance of 10k speakers after mods. :) but it's not worth doing 1 pair. Erik, that's the issue.  You are essentially asking for others to help fund your project.  I mean no personal offense, but if... 
VPI Scout Set up
Nothing against VPI, but if you’re not familiar with TT setup, I think you should go for a fixed-bearing arm as opposed to a unipivot.... If someone is unfamiliar with TT setup, this is where using a qualified and respected Dealer makes sense. ...