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    Default Recommendations for el84 valves?

    Some tube rolling is always fun.

    Any suggestions for (not too pricey) el84 swaps for my LA Audio A-30 integrated amp?

    I've had the amp for a few weeks now and I would say it isn't too far fetched to suggest it is a modern day Leak Stereo 20 (I've owned 2 ST20).

    I am currently using a matched quad of JJ el84 and enjoying the forthright and well resolved sound.
    Nothing too rosy and warm, please.

    Here's some info on the amp -- http://www.laaudio.com.tw/products_d...?id=34&lang=en

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    You might want to try TAD tubes Jerry!
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    You'll have a tough time beating the JJs when it really boils down to it for anything like the money IMHO.

    Change is as good as a rest though.

    I use an Amperex in my guitar amp. Expensive but fab. Different job to do there though it needs to react well to being crucified.

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    Quote Originally Posted by julesd68 View Post
    You might want to try TAD tubes Jerry!


    Yep, I have a set in my Hotrox basket!
    Seriously tempted.
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