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Posted on March 2, 2023 at 10:22:28
waterfall
Audiophile

Posts: 189
Joined: May 28, 2000
 It's been a longtime since I have posted. I suffered through 2 strokes, and a year long battle with cancer. I have been a bit preoccupied. I have had a thought of selling off my tube collection. If not by me then by one of my survivors. I would estimate it to be over 200 NOS tubes. From what I have read, I understand Jim Mcshane is no longer involved with the selling of NOS tubes.

I'm just wondering, if I do decide to sell off my collection is there anyone interested in purchasing all of them? I would not be interested in selling a select few. It would be all or nothing.

 

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RE: tube sales, posted on March 2, 2023 at 11:00:22
Triode_Kingdom
Audiophile

Posts: 10049
Location: Central Texas
Joined: September 24, 2006
 Sorry to hear this, can't imagine what you've been through. My suggestion is to list the tubes in the AudioAsylum Trader and either state an asking price or take offers. Just make it clear you don't want to separate the lot.



 

I think you were misinformed, posted on March 2, 2023 at 12:42:04
Uncle Mike
 While Jim McShain has said he is slowing down his web site is up to date and active. Why not email him to ask?
Here is the link to his site.

 

RE: tube sales, posted on March 2, 2023 at 17:59:57
Jim McShane
Dealer

Posts: 5910
Location: Chicago
Joined: January 13, 2003
 I am no longer selling the current production Russian made tubes. When my remaining current production (received pre-Ukraine invasion) Russian tube stock is gone, I will no longer be carrying Russian made tubes. I will continue to sell down my old stock and other tubes, but once my tube stock is gone - that's it!

There is an explanation on my tube page if you want to read more.

 

RE: tube sales, posted on March 3, 2023 at 04:53:17
sony6060
Audiophile

Posts: 1465
Location: USA
Joined: August 8, 2014
 Have a list to email possible buyers. Place ad on this site.

 

RE: tube sales, posted on March 3, 2023 at 08:12:46
waterfall
Audiophile

Posts: 189
Joined: May 28, 2000
 That information certainly appears to put the high end audio manufacturers in a bind. Other than Russia there is only JJ,and China manufacturing? I can guarantee the manufactures in China will raise prices. My best business friends are Chinese. They are quite savvy! If you need what they have, and they know it. They want more money. I have noticed NOS on ebay has gone up quite a bit.

My logistics are difficult. When I learned I had cancer, I had to enlist family, and hire workers to swiftly pack my belongings and relocate everything near the hospital I was at. That was convenient as I have a sister near the hospital. It's all packed away.I will need to dig it out of the storage locker and get a list of what I have. Sounds like a job for the spring.

 

RE: tube sales, posted on March 3, 2023 at 13:43:38
Jim McShane
Dealer

Posts: 5910
Location: Chicago
Joined: January 13, 2003
 I was only speaking for myself! There are Russian tubes available, but I'm not buying any. Other sellers/manufacturers may feel differently.

 

I would totally agree with you. , posted on March 4, 2023 at 10:39:25
John PA
Audiophile

Posts: 4019
Location: The lower 48.
Joined: August 27, 2000
 I have some older Russian tubes and I did just buy some KT88, 2, Gold Lion a short while back but no more.


iBasso DX300MAX Ti. Focal Utopia and Stellia. iBasso SR2. Mr. Speakers, Ether II, Voce stats. Manley, Absolute headphone amp. LTA MZ3, Z10e electrostatic amp. Many other headphones, amps, cables etc.

 

RE: tube sales, posted on March 4, 2023 at 10:58:56
andy evans
Audiophile

Posts: 4382
Joined: October 20, 2000
 I'm very sorry to hear about your health issues.

I'd recommend an ad on DIY Audio. They may have more throughput and the site is full of builders.

 

I do too, posted on March 4, 2023 at 13:07:41
JoshT
Audiophile

Posts: 6622
Location: Eastern Massachusetts
Joined: July 4, 2000
 I bought a single Gold Lion 12au7 for my Cronus Magnum II a few months ago before deciding no more current production Russian tubes. I am very pleased with JJ's EL34 and 6CA7 and am considering buying a quad of their KT88s. For signal tubes it would depend on the tube type I guess, but I won't be sending money to Russia.
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"If you are the owner of a new stereophonic system, this record will play with even more brilliant true-to-life fidelity. In short, you can purchase this record with no fear of its becoming obsolete in the future."

 

RE: I do too, posted on March 4, 2023 at 14:20:38
Triode_Kingdom
Audiophile

Posts: 10049
Location: Central Texas
Joined: September 24, 2006
 I'm not buying them now either, but I do occasionally think about Russian tubes being sold out of Ukraine. Wish I knew more about that situation.



 

RE: I do too, posted on March 4, 2023 at 21:15:03
zacster
Audiophile

Posts: 2179
Location: NYC
Joined: November 22, 2003
 I bought USSR tubes from Ukraine, but not current production Russian tubes. The USSR overproduced all the tubes they used and certain types flooded the market and there were sellers in Ukraine, Belarus and Moldova, along with Russia.

 

RE: tube sales, posted on March 5, 2023 at 19:32:23
waterfall
Audiophile

Posts: 189
Joined: May 28, 2000
 Thanks for all the replies. I really haven't looked at the current offerings by Ukraine, or Russia. I don't have a clue what is going on over there. I certainly don't think the media has a clue either. I don't think the media here knows what they are talking about concerning our country. But I won't wade in to that mess any further. This is supposed to be fun!

I wrote a journal about my struggle with cancer. It is to say the least, eye opening. But I wont release it here. I can tell you nothing compares to suffering through a cancer that should well have been terminal.

regards

 

RE: tube sales, posted on April 9, 2023 at 09:53:41
MP62
Dealer

Posts: 85
Location: CA
Joined: November 15, 2020
 Sorry to hear about your failing health.

I am a tube dealer and would be interested in your collection - whenever you are ready.

Until then, take care.

Cheers,

Paul

 

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