Loftprojection
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Make sure you guys don't spend too much to get a Bendix 2C51. In my experience, the Bendix 2C51, National 2C51 and WE396a all give about the same sound quality but a bit different sound signature. The Bendix redbank 6385 however is above all of them in quality of sound while being similar to the 2C51 family in sound signature. Keep in mind that even though the Bendix 6385 sounds the best in my opinion, it does not mean that it is a night and day difference to the others. Differences are subtle but if you have high quality components to complement the Paradisea then the differences are less subtle. Tubes are fun but an expensive fun, isn't it the same with cans...and amps...