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RE: Writer preference

Michael:

I agree that the difference in tone is more directly related to the driver (phase splitter) and preamp tubes. Unfortunately, there are no direct replacements for the Russian 6N1P that I'm aware of. I've tried several different 6N1P's with the mid 60's Novo's providing the best aural soundstage and clarity. They are just a hint midrange forward, which I like. The rockets I've tried (70's & 80's) are decent, but lacking in the size of the soundstage.

That said, the 6N1P pairs well with the clear top RCA 6FQ7's that are in my passive preamp. Don't get me wrong, I love how my system sounds, but love tubes from the golden era...I'm still a bit of a tube snob, shame on me.

Jim
ARS VS-110
Customized Bottlehead Foreplay II
Preamp
Totem Arro's
B&W ASW 300 Subs
Ah Tjoeb Tube CD Player
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