Help in choosing a pre-amp tubes for tight crunch

[Gearjoneser]

Re: Help in choosing a pre-amp tubes for tight crunch

Do you guys think just changing the v1 position will make enough change in tone to be noticed by anyone?

The 1st position will have the most effect on the preamp sound, but I like to replace all of them, so they wear more evenly, and I don't end up with a bad 2nd or 3rd tube over time.

I went to the Vacuum Tube Expo in Pasadena a few weeks ago and finally picked up a JJECC803S. My first impression was that it's fat, loud, and pretty clean.
I haven't used it in all my amps yet, but it looks to be a pretty nice tube.
I still think that Chinese Shuguang 9th Gen tubes like the GT12AX7C is the best tube for a highgain amp. Most highgain amp companies are putting those in.
I might throw the JJECC803S in the phase inverter position.

[Buckeyedog]

Re: Help in choosing a pre-amp tubes for tight crunch

GJ, you should try the new Tung Sol 12AX7. Lots of nice tight gain. I'm very pleased with them so far. I do like the jj803S in the PI slot as well.