Guidostrunk
Headphoneus Supremus
I don't want anyone to misunderstand, when I say "Don't believe all the hype".
Yes, the CCa's, HG's, Holland PW's, Mallard Blackburns, Philips Miniwatts , Amperex 7308's , ALL have something phenomenal , to offer in astounding SQ.
After spending time with the above(thanks to my friend Larry for loaning me the PW's, Mullards,&Minis), I really had a hard time choosing one to be an "All Arounder".
If you want crazy big soundstage/holography, you want the CCa's.
If you want a good balance of bass and detailed delicate treble, PW's deliver in spades.
If you want a midrange , to die for,
Hands down , the Miniwatts.
If you want a deep , smooth , laid back liquid sound, Mullard Blackburns.
Now for ME , the above do what they do , but fall short imo of having something that can satisfy an all around experience. And at the end of the day, my Dumonts , and HG's , cover all genres better than the above , to my ears.
My point is, you don't have to chase down crazy expensive tubes , because of one persons review , and internet hype , when great sound can be had for a fraction of the cost. Especially when mentioning the most pricey, PW's , and CCa's.
Anything in the 7308/e188cc , family, if you're patient, can be had for under $150 , bucks.
Are the CCa's , and PW's , worth the extra 200 to 500+? For me, no. Others MMV. It all boils down to preference imo.
Please take this post , with a grain of salt. It's just how my ears hear it, and personal preference.
Happy rolling friends!
Yes, the CCa's, HG's, Holland PW's, Mallard Blackburns, Philips Miniwatts , Amperex 7308's , ALL have something phenomenal , to offer in astounding SQ.
After spending time with the above(thanks to my friend Larry for loaning me the PW's, Mullards,&Minis), I really had a hard time choosing one to be an "All Arounder".
If you want crazy big soundstage/holography, you want the CCa's.
If you want a good balance of bass and detailed delicate treble, PW's deliver in spades.
If you want a midrange , to die for,
Hands down , the Miniwatts.
If you want a deep , smooth , laid back liquid sound, Mullard Blackburns.
Now for ME , the above do what they do , but fall short imo of having something that can satisfy an all around experience. And at the end of the day, my Dumonts , and HG's , cover all genres better than the above , to my ears.
My point is, you don't have to chase down crazy expensive tubes , because of one persons review , and internet hype , when great sound can be had for a fraction of the cost. Especially when mentioning the most pricey, PW's , and CCa's.
Anything in the 7308/e188cc , family, if you're patient, can be had for under $150 , bucks.
Are the CCa's , and PW's , worth the extra 200 to 500+? For me, no. Others MMV. It all boils down to preference imo.
Please take this post , with a grain of salt. It's just how my ears hear it, and personal preference.
Happy rolling friends!