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RE: 6SL7 - your experience with the Russian tubes?

Hi Ivan,

Thank you very much for your overview! I have some experience with Russian tubes and equipment, so I am not totally a stranger to the fact that the USSR produced some excellent equipment. I have a re-build priboi amplifier (75w version), and after some modifications to the driver stage and replacement of the terrible electrolytic caps I am very pleased with the sound. I also have a GZM series Latvian made phono cartridge I am quite happy with on a second system. I have seen Lomo speakers, (would love to hear their theatre systems) and heard some amazing DIY efforts (using local materials) while travelling in Belarus.

it is really interesting to know that Svetlana made a 6SL7. I am going to have a look at the website you quoted, it looks like a great source.

I should note that although the 6N7 tubes I bought are a disappointment, I had excellent luck with the EF86 svetlana equivalents, and the G-807. I by no means dismiss Russian tubes in general, but understand they must be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Best regards

Max

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