Aune T1 USB Tube DAC+ SS Amp Discussion Thread ***See first post for FAQ--Updated on 02/14/15***

[spacequeen7]

Thanks for the guide Coil ,I think I might need it ...
 

 
received this tube today but I'm little preoccupied trying to finish my new rig (bending some acrylic tubing ),I've listen to this tube for about 30min and it sounds pretty balanced/3D  ,will spend more time with my DT880's to get a better feel for it 
 
here are some of my new favorite tunes 
 
http://hoziermusic.bandcamp.com/album/take-me-to-church-e-p
 
http://jaywilliamhenderson.bandcamp.com/

 

[lwrs10]

Stopped by the local tube store today and picked up a few other tubes I did not have. One is an RCA black plate USA made 6aq8.


*EDIT*

The RCA Blackplate 6AQ8 is a damn fine sounding tube.

 

[lwrs10]

Got 2 new tubes to add to the list.

6GC7
6FQ7

Both work fine, plug and play.

 

[arcorob]

Figures you find one...RCA Black Plate in 6AQ8...sheesh...would love one...wanna trade ? LOL

 

[lwrs10]

Decide to make my own list of tubes that work. Tubes with * next to them means I have personally verified them in my Aune T1.
 
 
Tubes that are 100% compatible. 
 
 
6922*
7308*
6AQ8*
6BK7*
6BQ7A*
6BQ7B*
6BS8
6BZ7
6DJ8*
6ES8*
6FQ7*
6FW8*
6GC7*
6GM8*
6KN8*
6L12
6N1P*
6N11*
6N23P*
6N27P
7DJ8*
7ES8*
B719
CCA*
CV2492 
CV2493
CV4108
CV5231
CV5354
CV5358
CV5331
CV5464
CV5472
CV8065
CV9838
CV10320
CV10403
E188CC*
E88CC*
ECC85*
ECC86*
ECC88*
ECC189*
M3624*
PCC88*
PCC189*
 
Tubes that work, but have a very high heater current draw. I am confidant the Aune can handle the current, but I am not responsible if yours does break.
I have been using the 6H30Pi for a few days, and no problems noted. No excessive heat. 
 
 
6H6N*
6H30P*
6H30Pi*
6N30P-DR*
6N30-DP*
6H30DR*
6N6P
 
 
Tubes that will work with a socket adapter....9pin 12AU7 style
 
12AU7*
5814A*
5963*
6189W*
7316*
7489*
7730*
 
Tubes that will work with a socket adapter....9pin 5670W style
 
2C51*
5670*
5670W*
6CC42
6N3*
6N3P*
6H3P*
WE396A*
 
 
 
Tubes that will work with a socket adapter....8 pin octal 6SN7 style
 
5692*
6SN7*
6SN7W*
6SN7GT*
6SN7GTA*
6SN7GTB*

 

[teb1013]

Great list! Joeq70 should link this to the thread starter.

 

[CoiL]

Please add socket adapter guide/mod also to each corresponding tube section. And If you experience some distortion/problems within some tube type, then don`t forget to mention it. For example some PCC85 work great, some don`t.

 

[Salvatore]

 

 
Why did you remove the pin cleaning guide?

 

[tan1415]

Hi guys first ever considering something like this. Can buy one without and warranty or anything. How can i now if its in good working order?
How vulnerable is it?

 

[arcorob]

  Hi guys first ever considering something like this. Can buy one without and warranty or anything. How can i now if its in good working order?
How vulnerable is it?

There is always some element of risk when buying "used" but if you buy through EBAY or PAYPAL you can be protected. Is the price significantly lower then the $159 on Amazon where you can feel "safe" ?

 

[spacequeen7]

..I didn't know tubes could cost that much ..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Gec-Genalex-Gold-Lion-England-B739-12AT7-ECC81-Tubes-4010-3570-XXX-Rare-/181300774049?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item2a365e44a1

 

[teb1013]

..I didn't know tubes could cost that much ..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Gec-Genalex-Gold-Lion-England-B739-12AT7-ECC81-Tubes-4010-3570-XXX-Rare-/181300774049?pt=Vintage_Electronics_R2&hash=item2a365e44a1

I have seen some vintage rectifier tubes costing $750 or more, but $1768.99 is a mind boggling sum for any tube,, especially an ECC81. I can't imagine that there will be any bids, or that the seller expects any.

 

[spacequeen7]

I'm pretty amazed how good MULLARD ECC85/6AQ8 is (pictured above- thanks lwrs10 )..I was going to jump on 880's but I got stuck listening to this tube on he400's and I got to say this is the best balanced tube I've listen to ,the instrument separation is quite amazing
@ lwrs10 ..did listen to some acoustic guitar (Stillborn/Skullage (Acoustic) [feat. Zakk Wylde] ) and have to admit ..yes it is that good  

 
I won't go into details about it since lwrs10's review pretty much have all you need .
P.S. the one I have is also GRAY PLATE ROUND GETTER ,copper rods but it's not pinched ,as for steel pins ..this tube prove me wrong 

 

[tan1415]

 
There is always some element of risk when buying "used" but if you buy through EBAY or PAYPAL you can be protected. Is the price significantly lower then the $159 on Amazon where you can feel "safe" ?

I like buying secndhand. In case I dont like easy to resell.
Most gear are quite ok or if you have receipt can easily send it for repairs.
 
no buyer protection.

 

[lwrs10]

Space,

Glad you like it! Now find an RCA blackplate 6AQ8 and step up one more notch.