question about tubes

[blindedbysilence]

I was wondering if anyone can give me an explanation as to the difference in various output tubes. Particularly the Groove Tubes KT-88 and EL-34s. I checked the website and still don't know anymore than I started with. Any help would be appreciated.

 

[Scott_F]

Re: question about tubes

Tough to generalize because the amp has a lot to do with the tone. I don't have experience with 88's. Everyone says 34's equal British tone, 6L6 equal the american tone... you just need to clear any previous conceptions and go play a bunch of different amps.

 

[aleclee]

Re: question about tubes

You might find this thread interesting.

 

[blindedbysilence]

Re: question about tubes

thanks for the help. I really do appreciate it. I am still not sure which way is "better" so I guess I will do some more research.

 

[aleclee]

Re: question about tubes

thanks for the help. I really do appreciate it. I am still not sure which way is "better" so I guess I will do some more research.

In matters like this, no way is "better".

IMO it's a matter of balancing the desires of your ears and your pocketbook. My $0.02: Go with what sounds better to you until you can't justify the cost. If one thing sounds just as good as another, go with what's cheaper (assuming reliability is equal).

 

[blindedbysilence]

Re: question about tubes

Much appreciated.