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In Reply to: Do Scott integrateds need matched output tubes? posted by tweakk on May 2, 2007 at 15:40:43:
Those adjustments are for each channel, not each tube. So a matched pair per channel is still desired. Be aware that 6GW8/ECL86 are becoming scarce, with most dealers out of them, leaving EBay & its' risks as the current source. IOW, if you trust your source, get 'em while you can (including spares) regardless of brand. Discover on-line schematic & Manual by inserting hhscott in-between the ubiquitous www dot dot com.
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My ecl86 amplifier is a fully restored Heathkit AA-32 & I can hear no appreciable diff per brands as long as the tubes are not well-used. While I have no genuine diamond Teles to compare, I have French Mazda made for Telefunkin, Siemens, Mullard, Ediswan, Amperex, Philips, Sylvania, RCA, Ken-rad, G.E., Mitsubishi, & Tungsram.
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I won't make a move until I receive it. Cosmetics is the big issue. I'll keep the 200 just because it's mint. If the 222c doesn't sound much better I'll end my "Scottquest" with the 200. I'm running a Toshiba CD player through an Entech DAC, Technics SL-1600MK2 with a Denon DL-110. All Norsost cables. Speakers are Infinity Primus 150s modded with Solen caps, and Nordost 2 Flat wire. Primus 8" sub connected to the center channel of the Scott.I really could stop with this set-up and be happy.
Like you mentioned in your archived posts, the ECL86 is a bit "dense and focused". The Primus 150s like to be on tall stands, wide apart and without any toe-in. I call it forced soundstage. It's a good combination.
The Scott is dead quiet on all inputs without a signal. Nice sounding phono too.
Well...thanks for the info. I have a feeling that the 222c will kick the 200s butt!
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