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I have noticed that many places no longer have this tube available. I was only able to audition this tube for a short period but was quite happy with what I heard. Where did it go? Still produced?
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I did not follow the reputation of these tubes and as mentioned, only had limited experience with them which was very positive in regard to performance.
If they don't last, glad to know before investing in these expensive tubes.
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NOS 5U4GB sells around $13-$14 at tube stores. However, NOS 5U4GB on eBay is usually less than 1/2 that. Who wants a new manufacture tube that cost more than ebay NOS offerings? About no one.
All were of the later production said to be reliable. One pair (out of three) lasted longer than 500-600 hours. Too bad as they were my favorite 300B in an Audion/Reynaud system I no longer own.
Mine last over one year before deading, I was told it is the wiring inside that burnt out
There was a very high mortality rate. Shorts. Can't say for the 5U4
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