Since this tube is a balanced triode i heard this would be a. Gold lion kt88 russian reissue of the legendary genalex kt88. The tone was capture with a rode ntk mic through a m. I have vowed to stay with gold lion kt88s that i always liked so much but still want to rock and roll the signal tubes. I ordered this tube as a replacement for the stock tube that came in an orange micro dark head. This tube featured superb linearity, balanced sections, and extremely low noise. Low noise and good balance of gain between the two triode. By my count we have the sovtek 5751, sovtek 12ax7 lps, mullard and now the gold lion brand.
I notice that there is a reissue genalex gold lion 12au7 and 12ax7. A full, glorious midrange with great texture and liquid detail, extended yet controlled. Genalex gold lion is now my goto tube for my audio equipment, but i dont know if i would spend the money to put them in my fender amp. The photos and comparison chart in this article compares and contrasts the current production russianmade sovtek el84 and genalex gold lion n709 el84 with the vintage genalex gold lion n709 el84. Tubes for the fender deluxe reverb amplified parts. Tubes for the fender super reverb 5ar4gz34 amplified parts. Gold lion ecc83 delivers full sonic range with excellent articulation. They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is sough after by discerning audiophilws who demand the highest quality sound.
The genalex gold lion gold pin version is the most detailed and refined of the bunch. The reissue genalex gold lion ecc83 b759 12ax7 recreates the sound signature of the original. Genalex gold lion 12ax7 ecc83 gold pins tonal tubes. According to the manufacturer the gold lion kt88 is an attempt to recreate the original genalex, which was introduced in 1957.
Faithful reissue of original genelex gold lion 12ax7. These are arguably the finest current production 12ax7s available and hard to find at a reasonable price. These genalex tubes are the ones manufactured in russia. With nos 12at7 so easily available i wouldnt bother with ones in current production. New genalex 12ax7gengp gold pins remake of the famous. The original genalex gold lion 12au7ecc82b749 tubes are some of the most rare 12au7 types ever made. All new sensor tubes are not the same, even just eyeballing em like the new sensor mullard and sovtek lps have long plates and the lps and maybe the mullard has a spiral filament. The reissue genalex gold lion ecc83b759 recreates the sound signature of the. This tube features balanced sections and gold plated pins. The genelex gold lion with gold pins were much quieter and sounded good. Anos genelex gec gold lion kt88 originals, not the reissue. Genalex gold lion 12ax7 vacuum electronics amplifier tube. They are hard to find and when they are available, they are expensive. Tubes for the fender 65 princeton reverb reissue antique.
The original genalex gold lion ecc82b749 is one of the. Original genalex gold lion ecc83b759 tubes are considered among the best 12ax7 types ever made. Theyve been working great in all applications weve tried them in, and havent had a single complaint. The gl kt66 sound great in the hendrix super 100jh amp a little thicker or biggerfuller sounding than the. Aug 01, 2016 shootout featuring an egnater tweaker 40, through a closed back 2x12 80s evm 12l speakers. The russian made reissue of the genalex gold lion el84 uses premium manufacturing materials such as gold plated grid wire and carbo. Generally speaking, the genalex sounds a little more upfront than the 6h23peb.
This russianmade tube comes hard on the heels of the reflector 6h23peb. To hear the subtle differences between the tubes, its probably best to monitor with headphones. Original genalex gold lion ecc81b739 tubes are considered the best 12at7 types ever made. New genalex gold lion 12ax7 ecc83 b759 gold pins reissue. Read web forums and youll see tons of praise for this tube.
Genalex gold lion kt77 reissue tc tubes precision matched. This tube has been recreated down to the finest detail for exceptional performance and sound quality. One other note about the construction of these tubes is they have filaments that are almost completely encased in the plate structure. Three genalex new platinum matched gold lion nib 12ax7.
Purchase genalex gold lion kt66 vacuum tubes online, in stock and ready to ship. Genalex gold lion ecc83b759 12ax7 dual triode preamp tube with gold pins. Genalex gold lion ecc83b749 is a long plate design. Genalex gold lion after extensive research and engineering, new sensor corp. Browse electroharmonix genalex gold lion jan military. I splurged for a pair of mullard i61s from the late 50s and and installed them in v1, v2, with the genelex in v3 and that is the best combo ive had so far. We all know they are not gold lion tubes, so why point out something so obvious.
Original genalex gold lion ecc83b759 tubes are considered. The reissue genalex gold lion 12ax7ecc83 b759 recreates the sound signature of the original. Three genalex new platinum matched gold lion nib 12ax7 ecc83. A full, glorious midrange with great texture and liquid detail, extended yet controlled highs. This new production genalex tube is manufactured at their xpopul factory also known as reflektor in saratov, russia. Genalex gold lion 12ax7 vacuum electronics amplifier. The original genalex gold lion ecc82b749 is one of the most rare 12au7 types ever made. Platinum grade tubes, e88cc ecc88 6dj8 genalex gold lion pair. The gl kt66 sound great in the hendrix super 100jh amp a little thicker or biggerfuller sounding than the shuguang which also sound good. Shootout featuring an egnater tweaker 40, through a closed back 2x12 80s evm 12l speakers. The reissue genalex gold lion ecc81b739 recreates the sound. But if you prefer that tungsol reissue nos is best, electroharmonix gold 12at7wc ecc81 and jj 12at7 work ok. Find great deals on ebay for genalex gold lion 12ax7 and genalex gold lion 12ax7 pair. They have gold pins compared to their chinese counterparts.
They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is sought after by discerning audiophiles who demand the highest quality sound. Of course these are made in russia and not england like the originals but that seems to be about the only difference. I was able to cancell the 12at7 order at tubedepot and instead i have ordered a groove tube 12ay7, a tung sol 5751, and a russian made genalex gold lion 12ax7 gold tip. I have the 12ax7 tube nothing different than a standard sovtek lps type, expensive and not worth the money. They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is sought aft. A quick glance and you might think they were all the same but careful inspection reveals physical differences in construction and plate coatings. They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is characterized by an expressive midrange, deep tight bass, and a smooth extended high end. These new production genalex gold lion kt77 power tubes can directly substitute for 6ca7 or el34 type tubes.
In my 74 super bass, i had cp tungsols and they sounded good but were noisy. New matched pair reissue genalex gold lion 12ax7 ecc83 b759 gold pin free sh. Original genalex gold lion 12ax7ecc83 b759 tubes are considered among the b. Vacuum tube 12ax7 b759, genalex gold lion amplified. The quality of current production 12ax7s is getting better and better. Gold lion ecc83 b759 yet another great tube from russia and another in the line of large plate dual triodes. Jul 11, 2012 12ax7 shootout with hugh stuckey as the test driver. The tube has been recreated down to the finest detail with gold plated grid wire, carbonized screen grids, and a trialloy clad plate structure for exceptional performance and sound quality.
The reissue genalex gold lion ecc83b759 recreates the sound signature of the original. Tubes for the fender bandmaster reverb ce distribution. Mullard ecc81 1959 blackburn production up to this point, i have tried the following kt88. Like all gold lion tubes, gold lion ecc83 is built with meticulous quality. Tube depot carries a selection of 12ax7 ecc83 7025 cv4004 pre amp vacuum tubes. Just to let you know the gold lion russian made copies of genalex are nothing else than a ripoff. Huge improvement for phase inverter driver tube position. I have some new tungsol and mullard reissue 12ax7s that are very diffferent from one another. To the uninitiated, and even us old timers, this can be disconcerting to say the least. Get 2% off your entire order with code 2off sign in or create an account. I have some new tungsol and mullard reissue 12ax7 s that are very diffferent from one another. They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is sought after by discerning audiophiles who. Tubes for the fender 65 super reverb reissue antique. I bought this tube to put into my bugera 1960 infinium, into its v3 socket.
This comparison only covers a few of the external structural differences. The reissue genalex gold lion ecc82b749 features gold plated pins and has been carefully engineered to recreate all of the attributes of the original. New factory matched set of three gold pin genalex 12ax7. Mullard cv4004 12ax7 reissue this tube looks nothing like mullard tubes of. Original genalex gold lion 12ax7ecc83 b759 tubes are considered among the best 12ax7 types ever made. Brand new genalex gold lion 12ax7 ecc83 b759 single tubenote. New reissue genalex gold lion kt66 6l6 vacuum tube reverb. Genalex gold lion el84 n709 reissue just another sovtek el84. I am interested in the new genalex 12ax7 gold pin tubes, but ill wait for your. New reissue genalex gold lion kt66 6l6 vacuum tube these are so close to the originals we could hardly tell the difference in both appearance and sound.
Genalex ecc83b759 features heavy low microphonic glass bottle, tightly assembled small plate design, balanced section and beautifully gold plated pins to ensure perfect operation in any equipment, vintage or modern. Genalex in england, the famed n709 el84 power tube is once again available. I also ordered a a russian made genalex gold lion 6l6 gold tip. I am using the gold lion kt88 power tubes, philips jan12at7wc driver tubes. Genalex gold lion ecc83 b759 premium version audio. As for sonic differences let your ears be the judge. Genalex gold lion ecc83b759 is a meticulously crafted 12ax7 with clarity, transparency and resolution for any audiophile equipment. After extensive research and engineering, new sensor corp. Gold lion ecc83b749 with gold pin is ideal as the premium upgrade for any audio 12ax7 application.
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