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Supratek Tubes and Tube Swappin' for Everybody
This is really cool. Pray tell, what "baseline" Supratek model did you have him start with, upon which to apply this customization?Does it have a phono stage? LCR or "standard"?Markus 
Vintage tubes - facts, science, technology & empirical evidence VS. marketing, myth & hype
Thank you all for sharing your thoughts.Tube rolling is kind of addictive. I find that I practically obsess about tubes. Oh. And other hi-fi kinds of options.  
Vintage tubes - facts, science, technology & empirical evidence VS. marketing, myth & hype
Thanks all. Right now I'm getting ready to roll some 6922/E88C/6H23 for my phono stage. Looking forward to my conversation with Andy. 
Vintage tubes - facts, science, technology & empirical evidence VS. marketing, myth & hype
Many good points - thanks...One thing I was hoping to tap into here with my original post was this (quoted from above)..."There is also a rich body of collective experience. And, it seems, consensus that certain brands, factories, vintages and spe... 
LinLai WE 300B or the LinLai Global Elite Permaloy 300B tubes ?
@liquidsound Thanks for the update. Very interesting and encouraging. 
Tube Preamp - What to buy?
Many good candidates posted on this thread for your consideration. Let me comment that this is not the first time this question has been posted on this forum.I suggest you take a look at the very top of the ’amps-preamps’ forum and look for the ta... 
There us a Worldwide Panic on Availability of Vacuum Tubes
Interesting. The closing of the Shuguang factory isn't really news nowadays, but it definitely must have an impact on the global supply chain. And some of the tubes previously produced in the Shuguang factory are looked back on very fondly. For in... 
First tube preamp recommendations (under $5k)
Lots and lots of solid recommendations here. I don’t disagree with any of them. However, I suggest you take your browser to the top the "amps-preamps" section and click on the "Popular all-time" tab. At the very top of that tab you’ll find the "Pr... 
Does anyone out there own a Supratek Malbec or Mondeuse amp?
Slowhand - I apologize in advance. I can't answer your question about any of the Supratek power amps. But I do have a few comments about your Sanders Magtech, if you'll bear with me.I have not owned any of the Supratek power amps. And, given Mick'... 
Supratek Owners Thread
@couger4u please keep us up to date on your situation. It's curious. 
LinLai WE 300B or the LinLai Global Elite Permaloy 300B tubes ?
This is an excellent question. I am interested in hearing what others think.I had one of my ancient JJ 300Bs die and, due to it happening during the holidays and for convenience I locally purchased a replacement pair from the local JJ distributor.... 
Supratek Owners Thread
I have resolved my hum issue by re-routing the umbilical between the power supply and preamp, along with power cords to other equipment and other signal wires. I didn't take a scientific approach to figure out what was causing what. I just fiddled... 
Supratek Owners Thread
@Alpha_lam I find it interesting that you have one post here on Audiogon, and it's a negative one. Not trying to pick a fight. Just find it interesting.Also, I note that you bought your Supratek used. How can you be sure that the issues you found ... 
Is there a Solid State amp that can satisfy a SET guy?
Any chance we can get an update on this thread? Curious how things/where things have ended up... 
New Audio Frontiers 211 SE amp opinions and experience
John,Can you clarify, did you end up picking up that 3C24 amplifier? I'd be curious how you rank it compared to your other fine amplifiers...Markus