[Skylab]

I have to be honest, I don't find there to be a huge difference in the sound of different USA-made 6AS7G's, specifically. The RCAs are by far the most common, and they sound terrific. I *think* I prefer the sound of the black-plates slightly, but the difference isn't huge. ANY USA-made 6AS7G will blow the pants off the stock Chinese tube.

I do think the 6AS7G sounds significantly better than the 6080. That said, Tung-Sol 5998's sound better still. And if you want a lot of detail, 7236's sound very good, providing an almost solid-state type sound while maintaining a nice tube midrange.

I prefer the Tung-Sol 5998's, followed by black-plate, double bottom-D-getter 6AS7G's.

 

[holdendebeans]

Well I finally pulled the trigger and ordered the DV 337. It's hard to part with that kind of money sight unseen and sound unheard but you people here are to blame. Your detailed descriptions and honest evaluations gave me confidence in my purchase. Thanks alot. Now I can't wait to get it.

Now remember, when my wife asks, you guys are to blame.
I was powerless against the force.

 

[Skylab]

LOL! It's a great amp, you will love it.

 

[holdendebeans]

I received an email from darkvoice2003@gmail.com quoting a price of $1200 USD for the 337SE (1,000 + 200 s&h) so I guess it isn't discontinued. Still don't know what the upgrade are so I went with the 337 based on price and reported performance.

I'm horny for my new amp.

 

[djork]

my goodness.. what a big price difference!

 

[Mazuki]

Quote:

Still don't know what the upgrade are so I went with the 337 based on price and reported performance.

Yeah, I think that is the best sound for the money.

 

[Skylab]

I agree -- $1200 seems pretty high given how good the standard 337 is.

That might be "MSRP" though, with the "street price" being lower...

 

[Mazuki]

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I agree -- $1200 seems pretty high given how good the standard 337 is. That might be "MSRP" though, with the "street price" being lower...

I think the problem is the SE version is made to order, so there is no "street price".

 

[Skylab]

Ahhh. I see...

 

[Gradofan2]

Makes no difference... a lot of folks, like me... will not pay that much for an amp shipped from half way around the World, with all the risks that entails.

The folks at DV must be "smokin' them funny cigarettes!"

I would far rather buy a Singlepower... if I'm going to pay that much... which I'm not.

But... "the market" will tell them that!

 

[Skylab]

I sort of agree...the stock 337 represents enough of a value that it's worth dealing with the overseas shipping. But I'm not sure that is true of the 337SE at that price, where it's more than a SinglePower Extreme (which is a tremendously good tube amp).

So I say, long live the stock DV 337!

 

[shellylh]

I agree. In fact, I didn't really want to take that risk even for the price of the 337 so I ended up going with the DV 332 instead (not much risk there). I will probably upgrade to the Singlepower Extreme (or something similar) next.

 

[djork]

Anyone tried modding their 337s (other than replacing the tubes) for better sound?

 

[Gradofan2]

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Originally Posted by shellylh /img/forum/go_quote.gif I agree. In fact, I didn't really want to take that risk even for the price of the 337 so I ended up going with the DV 332 instead (not much risk there). I will probably upgrade to the Singlepower Extreme (or something similar) next.

No question... the DV332 is such a value at its price... it is worth taking the risk.

I'm less certain about the DV337 - since several have reported the sound is so similar to the DV332... and... several have reported they received damaged amps (though it may only have been cosmetic).

For me... the "threshold" is at about $500, or so, "all included." And... if they could "guarantee" the DV337 would be received in perfect condition... maybe... $700.

But... above that... I'm joining either the Woo Club, or Singlepower Club - where I can be certain... I'll get a perfect amp backed by a reliable, "local" vendor!

 

[Skylab]

I think it is HIGHLY debatable that Singlepower is more reliable on delivery or repair than Darkvoice. Do a search. WooAudio, on the other hand, has an excellent reputation, so this would be a good way to go if this sort of thing is a huge concern.