kkrazik2008
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I am sorry, I am not following you here. I don't own the Caldera, only tried two different units with inconsistent results.@kkrazik2008 I wonder if the Stellaris would fare better driving the Caldera.
I am sorry, I am not following you here. I don't own the Caldera, only tried two different units with inconsistent results.@kkrazik2008 I wonder if the Stellaris would fare better driving the Caldera.
Your safest bet is the Psvane Acmes, and they're well under your budget. Many people on this thread are using them and can speak to them.I've been comparing my ha300 mk2 to my stratus v4. I liked stratus more until I changed new production tung sol to some sylvania chrome tops in the cayin and wow my mind was blown. Its taken a significant step beyond stratus.
So now im looking to roll stratus v4. I have the cheapest psvane 2a3 tubes. Any recommendations? I don't think id spend more than $1k on 2a3 tubes.
as bigjako said, the Psvane Acme are excellent. I got them used in the classifieds for super cheap for a pair. i also love some NOS RCA as well. A bit more vivid and dynamic vs the Acme. Got to demo the legendary Takatsuki for a few hours and that left me craving a pair, though that's most definitely outside your budget. IMO the RCA or Acme are a great place to start that won't break the bank, and sound amazing.I've been comparing my ha300 mk2 to my stratus v4. I liked stratus more until I changed new production tung sol to some sylvania chrome tops in the cayin and wow my mind was blown. Its taken a significant step beyond stratus.
So now im looking to roll stratus v4. I have the cheapest psvane 2a3 tubes. Any recommendations? I don't think id spend more than $1k on 2a3 tubes.
Can’t go wrong with NOS RCA 2A3s. I’m running a pair from the ’40s. Really brings that triode “magic.” I paid $280 for them with 10 hours of use.I've been comparing my ha300 mk2 to my stratus v4. I liked stratus more until I changed new production tung sol to some sylvania chrome tops in the cayin and wow my mind was blown. Its taken a significant step beyond stratus.
So now im looking to roll stratus v4. I have the cheapest psvane 2a3 tubes. Any recommendations? I don't think id spend more than $1k on 2a3 tubes.
Can’t go wrong with NOS RCA 2A3s. I’m running a pair from the ’40s. Really brings that triode “magic.” I paid $280 for them with 10 hours of use.
Nice grab, for the price they would be a nice alternative to the global or dwindling NOS optionsGot the new Psvane Horizon 2a3 in today, warming them up as we speak. Impressions to follow.
That's what i'm thinking. And they are making a ton of different types with this new Horizon line. Assuming the sonics are there, these should be a popular choice for those who want to avoid the NOS lottery.Nice grab, for the price they would be a nice alternative to the global or dwindling NOS options
Do you have psvane acme to compare to ?My Psvane Horizon present beautiful glows.
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I only the EML mesh. Totally different type of sound though.Do you have psvane acme to compare to ?