This tube features gold plated pins and is manufactured to extremely tight specifications, making it the highest quality current production e88cc6922 available. The genalex gold lion kt77 is a drop in replacement for an el34 or 6 ca7. These new production genalex gold lion kt77 power tubes can directly substitute for 6ca7 or el34 type tubes. The sound is holographic and detailed yet non fatiguing. Genalex gold lion reissue these new production genalex gold lion kt77 power tubes can substitute for 6ca7 or el34 type tubes. Anos genelex gec gold lion kt88 originals, not the reissue. Genalex gold lion kt88 power vacuum tube, platinum matched. Purchase genalex gold lion kt66 vacuum tubes online, in stock and ready to ship. This tube is a premium replacement for all 12au7, ecc82, 5814, and 6189 types. Great mids, smooth, airy highs, incredible bass, wonderful 3d presence, and that.
They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is sought after by discerning audiophiles who. Genalex kt77 cryo matched quad 4 cryoset online store genalex. This kt66 has a very articulate tone, and nice dynamics. The genalex kt77 tube delivers all the mid punch you would expect in an el34 but also has a top end that is more open and bright. Genalex golden lion are super valves for hi fi and guita amplifiers. Built to the highest standards and is very reliable. New reissue genalex gold lion kt66 6l6 vacuum tube these are so close to the originals we could hardly tell the difference in both appearance and sound. Mullard ecc81 1959 blackburn production up to this point, i have tried the following kt88. I notice that there is a reissue genalex gold lion 12au7 and 12ax7. Matched pairs, genalex gold lion u77 gz34 rectifier tubes.
Has anyone out there tried the new genalex kt66 valves yet. Kt66 tubes advice needed steve hoffman music forums. I am trying out the genalex gold lion kt88 reissues8 of themin a primaluna dialogue premium hp integrated. Gold lion kt77 a modern recreation of the legendary genalex kt77. Genalex gold lion kt88 reissue tubes jim mcshane 12. In guitar amps, the gold lion kt66 has the roar thats expected of kt66 tube types, but it carries it to bigger volume really well. This tube featured superb linearity, balanced sections, and extremely low noise. Used in 50s60s hifi favorites such as the heathkit w5m and many leak amplifiers.
Tubes for the fender 65 super reverb reissue amplified parts. Genalex gold lion kt77 matched pair power tubes 2 pack for. Kt66harma retro harma valves the harma kt66retro is a meticulous recreation of the famous marconi osram kt66 and follows the original design and. Genalex kt77 cryo matched quad 4 cryoset online store. In keeping with the tradition of genalex to provide the highest quality tubes, the genalex gold lion px300b audio power triode was released. They were also used in favorite 195060 hifi amps such as the heathkit w5m and many leak amplifiers. This tube has been recreated down to the finest detail for exceptional performance and sound quality. These are a direct dropin the el34 or 6ca7 amplifiers. After extensive research and engineering, new sensor corp. According to the manufacturer the gold lion kt88 is an attempt to recreate the original genalex, which was introduced in 1957. They are simply fantastic, i find them better than my rca 6l6gc marshall bluesbreaker jtm45 mkiv tremolo from 66 marshall bluesbreaker reissue 1964 marshall jtm45 marshall jtm45100 asl leyla 2002 power amp dr. The genalex kt77 sound however is not typical of an el34 or 6ca7.
Reports in the field say this is one of the most durable el34 types currently available, and so far our tests agree with that. Great mids, smooth, airy highs, incredible bass, wonderful 3d presence, and that natural glory. Killer vocals philips miniwatt kt66 clear glass less warm, more airy and slightly brighter and clearer. Genalex gold lion 12ax7 vacuum tube with gold pins is a reissue of the original ecc83b759. General initial impressionsgenalex gold lion kt88 reissue. The reissue genalex gold lion ecc82b749 features gold plated pins and has been carefully engineered to recreate all of the attributes of the original. Unfollow genalex kt77 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Considered by many music lovers to be the bestsounding 12ax7 tubes ever made, the original genalex gold lion ecc83b759 tubes remain extremely desirable and very expensive. Kt66 gec and genalex clear glass 1960 1983 smooth, rich, creamy, lush, all describe the sound of these kt66 comments. Although its tight, the genalex kt66 s will fit the slx spacing i had to remove my retainers, but jjs. Premium power beam tetrode, a reissue of the famous bluesbreaker tube. W these specifications are provided asis, with no warranty of any kind. Genalex gold lion kt77 reissue tc tubes precision matched. This tube features balanced sections and gold plated pins.
It is as comfortable in guitar amps as it is in hifi applications. My private supplier of the said tubes posted above has this to say about the different type of kt66 tubes. Of course these are made in russia and not england like the originals but that seems to be about the only difference. Genalex kt66 melbourne australia tube audio melbourne. Matched pairs, genalex gold lion u77 gz34 rectifier. The genalex kt77 is a great reissue of the original. Genalex gold lion 12ax7ecc83 gold pins each music direct. I replace the 4 electro harmonix tubes in my power amp and theses beat them hands down in every aspect. The original genalex gold lion ecc82b749 is one of the most rare 12au7 types ever made.
Genalex kt66 gold lion matched pair tubes for amps. A full, glorious midrange with great texture and liquid detail, extended yet controlled. This is a genalex gold lion kt66 reissue made in russia. The long wait finally ended last thursday, your package arrived safely, and no delays. The e6922e88cc gold pins genalex gold lion tube is a premium grade selected small signal twintriode that is a suitable replacement for all 6dj8, ecc88, 6922, e88cc, and 7308 types. The kt66 s also hold together just fine when pushed. The gold lion kt66 tube is a reissue tube that is made in russia. Far more reliable than the jj kt77, and even more beautiful sonically. That can get expensive as my primaluna dialogue hp premium integrated has 8 power tubes. This incredibly accurate reissue of the genalex gold. They feature 3 getters for a superior vacuum, gold.
El34, kt66, kt88, 6l6 i broke down and added another power tube tung sol 7581a to my collection. Great substitite for the 6l6gc, but consult your amps manufacturer. New reissue genalex gold lion kt66 6l6 vacuum tube reverb. What is a kt type of tube the kt series of tubes was developed by movalve aka genalex in response to mullards development of the pentode. We carry brands like western electric, mullard, telefunken, sovtek, jj, electroharmonix, genalex and tungsol.
Gec also manufactured tubes under the name of genalex. I made the mistake of not changing my selector switch from el34 to kt88 during the first 20 hours of listening to the gold lion kt88s. The gold lion gz34 5ar4 u77 tube has always been one of the most sought after versions. The kt prefix in the kt66 stands for kinkless tetrode aka beamless tetrode.
The reissue genalex gold lion ecc83b759 recreates the sound signature of the original. The gec kt66 was made by the mo valve company or the marconiosram valve company which was a part of the general electric company ltd. These new production genalex gold lion kt66 power tubes can be run in any amp that uses 6l6 or 5881 type tubes. I am posting this with permission from one of my customers. Enjoy the lowest prices and best selection of genalex power tubes at guitar center. The genalex gold lion kt66 tube is a reissue tube that is made in russia. Unfollow genalex kt66 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Genalex gold lion 12ax7 ecc83 gold pins tonal tubes.
I mated them with 4 cifte 12au7s and 2 baldwin likely early 60s 12au7s. The original genalex gold lion ecc82b749 is one of the most. In a pentode a fifth element, the suppressor grid was added to reduce secondary emissions and ensure maximum electron transfer from the cathode to the plate. To hear the subtle differences between the tubes, its probably best to monitor with headphones. These tubes are the best i have tried in my primaluna prologue premium integrated amp. Departments guitars parts audio tubes tubes power genalex gold lion kt66 output tube. I have used the siemens rft el34, sed winged c el34, mullard reissue el34, jj el34l, kt77 and kt88 plus the tungsol kt150. Unbeatable prices on thousands of guaranteed vacuum tubes for sale, vintage nos hifi audio tubes, radio tubes, ham and industrial ready to ship. The kt66 has a higher dissippation than its 5881 and 6l6gc counterparts, and if your amps bias range is set low you may not be able to bias these. The 6em7 driver 1950s and mullard rectifier early 1960s tubes in my current 300b set are both vintage and very good. Gz34 is the equivalent for the 5ar4 and is compatible with any circuit using a 5ar4 or gz34 tube. The original genalex gold lion ecc82b749 is one of the. Of the three, i have stuck with the kt66 s for their mid range abilities.
Since genalex ceased production in the early 1980s, the original has become very expensive and hard to find. Marconi kt66 smoke glass warm sound with an organic tone with a rich texture. Curve trace matched at hot rox uk valves original genalex gold lion ecc83b759 tubes are considered among the best 12ax7 types ever made. Hey viking, i have had all three in my 6100 5881, 6l6 and kt66. Genalex gold lion kt77 matched pair power tubes 2 pack. The quality of current production 12ax7s is getting better and better. Tubes for the fender 65 twin reverb reissue ce distribution.
This tube is a premium replacement for all 12au7, ecc82, 5814, and. They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is sought after by discerning audiophiles who demand the highest quality sound. More bottom end and punch, mids, highs detailed and smooth, transparent and wide open soundstage. Nov 16, 2017 anyone have experience with the tung sol 7581a vs. From the manufacturer, exact copy of the original clear glass kt66.
Gold lion kt66 russian reissue of the legendary genalex. Genalex gold lion ecc83b759 12ax7 dual triode preamp tube with gold pins. Gold lion kt66 is built to last with durable and high quality construction. They are simply fantastic, i find them better than my rca 6l6gc marshall bluesbreaker jtm45 mkiv tremolo from 66 marshall bluesbreaker reissue 1964 marshall jtm45 marshall jtm45100 asl leyla 2002 power. Tubes for the fender 65 super reverb reissue antique. Theres a wide spectrum of performance among them and all are not superior to current production tubes. In europe during the 1930s the gec genalexmarconiosram px4 and px25 power triodes were considered the finest audio triodes of their day.
The gold lion genelex kt66 is an excellent copy of the original genelex reissue made in russia. After receiving them, i did a check and verification of matchingplate current in my maximatcher which they were nicely matched, thank you stephen i cleaned the pins and socketed them in the mc. The genalex kt66 tubes are a faithful reproduction of the tubes eric clapton used to achieve the famous bluesbreaker tone. I personally would not paint with a broad brush in regard to vintage tubes. This recreation features ruggedized plates and gold plated grid wires. The genalex gold lion kt88s are extremely wonderful sounding tubes. New sensor has reissued an exact copy of the gold lion kt66 valves. After extensive research and engineering, we have reissued the legendary genalex gold lion kt88, and recreated it down to the finest detail. I play a wide range of music, but primarily hard rock and detuned metal. We carry everything from nos rca 6l6gc black plates to jj 12ax7s. Brand new genalex reissue kt77 kt77 current matched pair 2 vacuum tubes. I have vowed to stay with gold lion kt88s that i always liked so much but still want to rock and roll the signal tubes. This tube boasts the same form factor as chinese or groove tubes kt66. They are hard to find and when they are available, they are expensive.
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