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