[TK16]

Pair of LP 7316 58's auction.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-rare-pre...770ac3e9f7ed1fcff9eb3db|iid:1&redirect=mobile

 

[TK16]

Really great price here, though I'd ask the seller about that crappy tube in the 4th pic. To make sure it is not included in the sale.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/E88CC-SQ-P...rentrq:4fb157df1770a4cec607dc56fffe6504|iid:1

 

[Tom-s]

Really great price here, though I'd ask the seller about that crappy tube in the 4th pic.

All below is my personal opinion.
Don't know about the amplifier we're talking about here. But from personal experience with many E88CC/CCa; those A frame dimple disc getter ECC88 in the fourth pic are a personal favorite. From comparing 7L3-L4-L5 date codes with D getter to these dimple getters'; in my experience the A frame is preferred in the 3-4 amplifiers i've done this comparison in so far. They are far more spacious, airy and a touch more detailed compared to single getter support versions.

 

[TK16]

Found a seller with 2 Foton 3x mica 50's here. Has a bunch of other Foton's and Reflektor 3x 50's in another ad. Dirt cheap prices. Sent me offers for these but I have more than enough of those.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/5pcs-6N3P-...IET-VALVES-VACUUM-USSR-TUBES-NEW/402598857242
https://www.ebay.com/itm/5pcs-6N3P-...-VACUUM-USSR-TUBES-NEW-REFLECTOR/402598796957

 

[povidlo]

Found a seller with 2 Foton 3x mica 50's here. Has a bunch of other Foton's and Reflektor 3x 50's in another ad. Dirt cheap prices. Sent me offers for these but I have more than enough of those.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/5pcs-6N3P-...IET-VALVES-VACUUM-USSR-TUBES-NEW/402598857242
https://www.ebay.com/itm/5pcs-6N3P-...-VACUUM-USSR-TUBES-NEW-REFLECTOR/402598796957

These tubes require adapter to be used with LP, right?

 

[Zachik]

Found a seller with 2 Foton 3x mica 50's here. Has a bunch of other Foton's and Reflektor 3x 50's in another ad. Dirt cheap prices. Sent me offers for these but I have more than enough of those.

Can you please describe the sound signature of those in the LP?
I have plenty tube for the LP, but there is always room for couple more for cheap...

 

[TK16]

Can you please describe the sound signature of those in the LP?
I have plenty tube for the LP, but there is always room for couple more for cheap...

The Reflektor is similar to Brimar sound signature. Balanced sound signature. The Foton is similar but a bit warmer sound signature. I prefer the Foton over the Reflektor. For what they cost vs ECC88 variants extremely high price/performance ratio.
@povidlo Any tubes that are not ECC88 variants will require socket savers and adapters in the LP.

 

[TK16]

Single Mullard Blackburn 1956 ECC82 square getter. Fantastic price.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/61-Amperex...rentrq:55b1cd611770a4cec48c0aaefffc363e|iid:1

 

[JohnnyOps]

Single Mullard Blackburn 1956 ECC82 square getter. Fantastic price.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/61-Amperex-Bugle-Boy-ECC82-12AU7-Long-Plates-D-Foil-Getter-ENGLAND-RARE-Tested/254848595410?_trkparms=aid=111001&algo=REC.SEED&ao=1&asc=20160908105057&meid=f2abdf76cadf4a70b0d2510cf55d3424&pid=100675&rk=2&rkt=15&mehot=none&sd=184628069540&itm=254848595410&pmt=0&noa=1&pg=2380057&brand=Amperex&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci:84efa5a3-6355-11eb-837f-bedd6cb62b07|parentrq:55b1cd611770a4cec48c0aaefffc363e|iid:1

Wow, wish this was a pair. Dang. (I have a Mjolnir 2, but hang out on the LP thread because you all know what you are talking about!)

 

[TK16]

Wow, wish this was a pair. Dang. (I have a Mjolnir 2, but hang out on the LP thread because you all know what you are talking about!)

Been using my MJ2 as a preamp only for about 2 years since I got the LP. All the Blackburn square getters I bought as singles. The pairs I have seen have all been ridiculously priced. I'd buy this single if I were looking for Mullards.

 

[nwavesailor]

Single Mullard Blackburn 1956 ECC82 square getter. Fantastic price.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/61-Amperex-Bugle-Boy-ECC82-12AU7-Long-Plates-D-Foil-Getter-ENGLAND-RARE-Tested/254848595410?_trkparms=aid=111001&algo=REC.SEED&ao=1&asc=20160908105057&meid=f2abdf76cadf4a70b0d2510cf55d3424&pid=100675&rk=2&rkt=15&mehot=none&sd=184628069540&itm=254848595410&pmt=0&noa=1&pg=2380057&brand=Amperex&_trksid=p2380057.c100675.m4236&_trkparms=pageci:84efa5a3-6355-11eb-837f-bedd6cb62b07|parentrq:55b1cd611770a4cec48c0aaefffc363e|iid:1

Tough to snag a single and try to find an identical or near identical match down the road. I may be silly but I would always wonder if one channel was 'off' from the other in SQ and always bought pairs unless the application (like my Pendant and Bigger Ben) called for a single.

 

[jonathan c]

During the last few weeks, with respect to the LP, I have been critically rotating between 12au7s (w/adapter by @Deyan) and 6922s. This activity also covered 7316s, 7308s and the like and finally led to Brimar CV4003 (12au7 type) versus Mullard (Brimar branded) CV2492 (6922 type). Based on what I listen to - jazz, blues, R&B - and the headphones used with the LP - Focal Clear, Gjallarhorn JM Edition - I must declare the CV2492 as the best tube [valve / thermionic device] that I have heard for the LP. Where the 2492 surpassed the 4003, to my ears, was in: firm placement of instruments/vocals in a soundstage, recovery of ambience, rendition of vocals in lifelike fashion. These qualities take me elsewhere. I guess that my LP tube rolling may be done...find that Ediswan 6922...other amps to use as tube rolling canvas...

 

[urbanfox]

I have a pair of the Brimars, all have to look to see if I have the cv2492. I know Cavalli recommended not to run the 12au7's. Does it seems to work ok for you?

 

[urbanfox]

Out of my 12au7's the Mazda Cifte sound really good.

 

[jonathan c]

I have a pair of the Brimars, all have to look to see if I have the cv2492. I know Cavalli recommended not to run the 12au7's. Does it seems to work ok for you?

The LP works fine with the 12au7s in the right adapter. Without adapter, ? I have also been using an external linear power supply with no problems.