Thanks @Effusion ! Actually I have the DX version. Yeah funny thing that my LED turned orange instead of purple. Do you guys think that FETs in my amp could be already out of spec? The amp has been working fine, but I don't know if the tubes did any wrong to the amp. Might be that it tuned orange meaning that the FETs did not blow up in my case?
Yes, that is strange, but makes some sense since the amp is still able to run. When I blew both of mine, the amp no longer worked in the particular channel where the FET went out, so that may explain the orange instead of purple light. I did some quick searches of the manual and some other forums, but unfortunately at no avail.
Maybe ask Victor, user vkung here, and see what he says? Is the quality of the sound any different? Any hums or cracks/pops, etc., now? If not, you probably just got really lucky! It is a good idea to have a few FETs on hand though and also to be able to replace them if you tube roll a lot. I've been lucky to only have two bad tubes out of hundreds thus far, but when one goes and puts the amp out for a bit of time, it's really a bummer.
Sure thing, you're very welcome! Always best to be prepared!
I got mine from Victor, but I believe they are common enough to find easily online. However, unfortunately I'm unsure of the exact part number at the moment. It might be best to ask Victor, as not only would he know, he might have some to sell or know where to get them depending on your location. You could also do a search on this thread, as I'm pretty sure someone probably linked to them at some point.
Passion for sound likes mainline more than TU8200 with lundahl Trafos. Anyone else do this comparison ? I am a bit surprised, thought the upgraded 8200 would have taken it. I Think he just likes the richer sound of the mainline.
Been searching for a tube amp and this caught my interest. I like the smaller form factor too.
Anyone has a similar sized DAC which pairs well? And is it safe to place the tube amp on top of the DAC?
Been searching for a tube amp and this caught my interest. I like the smaller form factor too.
Anyone has a similar sized DAC which pairs well? And is it safe to place the tube amp on top of the DAC?
Your post was awhile ago so not sure if you got your answer.
I pair mine with a Topping D70 and it pairs quite well.
I also have the option of going direct from my DAP because of the 2 inputs.
I just finished my TU-8200R DX from diyaudiostore.com with Lundahl transformers and I am quite pleased with the results.
Running mine on Triode mode with a pair of Genelex KT-88s and a pair of Shuaguang ECC82s and the sound is very dynamic and full sounding through the spectrum. I also had mine powder coated in red to stand out from the usual.
Great amp for any DIYer.
Agree that the Elekit TU-8200 is a great sounding amp at an affordable price. I experimented with lots of power tubes with it and am very impressed. Only sold it recently because I wanted to keep the tube amps count to 3.
I have read most of the pages in this thread regarding upgrades to the TU-8200R but maybe someone can clarify for me.
I have the latest TU8200R DX from diyaudiostore.com which has the Lundahl transformers and I want to try E80CC tubes I place of the 12AU7s.
I have searched on this site and others and I am not 100% clear in what I need to swap out for parts.
I have read most of the pages in this thread regarding upgrades to the TU-8200R but maybe someone can clarify for me.
I have the latest TU8200R DX from diyaudiostore.com which has the Lundahl transformers and I want to try E80CC tubes I place of the 12AU7s.
I have searched on this site and others and I am not 100% clear in what I need to swap out for parts.
I think I have my answer here from Dimu and only need to upgrade the rectifiers and as long as I only pair the E80CC with 6L6GC I shouldn’t have problems with the power transformer overheating.
Anyone have good recommendations for new production tubes? I've been recommended to go NOS for input tubes and then new production should be fine for power tubes. The prices and availability of the tubes that were recommended when this thread started are so drastic that some recommendations don't make as much sense anymore. Thanks!
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