[Magic77]

Just installed a pair of NOS TESLA Tubes PCC8/7DJ8 in my LYR-1. Got them from tubedepot.com. So far, absolutely amazing improvement in sound quality. I was using the JJ 6922's. Highly recommended.

 

[Rayoki]

Is there a tube that is a natural "upgrade" to the orange globes? by that I mean an identical or very similar sound signature.

 

[mikoss]

Why of course. The Philips Miniwatt E188CC which is made in Holland. Same as the og, only more refinement and better imaging and highs.

Also occasionally branded as an Amperex E188CC, or an Amperex 7308. Just make sure it has the delta factory code, indicating Heerlen, Holland. Also the batch code starts with VR.

Annnnd also occasionally branded as Valvo. Here are some on eBay:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/290927817648

 

[Exacoustatowner]

Just installed a pair of NOS TESLA Tubes PCC8/7DJ8 in my LYR-1. Got them from tubedepot.com. So far, absolutely amazing improvement in sound quality. I was using the JJ 6922's. Highly recommended.

Congrats!

 

[Exacoustatowner]

Is there a tube that is a natural "upgrade" to the orange globes? by that I mean an identical or very similar sound signature.

Did you. Sort out your 95 db static?

 

[Rayoki]

Did you. Sort out your 95 db static?

I contacted schiit and their response was to not worry about it and just disconnect my headphones during the cycle. I tested the amp out with a pair of tubes I had lying around and noticed there was no sound on start up so it may be a faulty pair of OG's I contacted the vendor and I'm sure he'll help me out. I'll post any updates.

 

[gibosi]

  Is there a tube that is a natural "upgrade" to the orange globes? by that I mean an identical or very similar sound signature.

 
And often for a bit less money than the E188CC, I would suggest Heerlen, Holland-made E88CC, often labeled Amperex, Philips, Valvo and so forth. When looking at the Philips production code, you want to look for "⊿" which indicates the Heerlen factory. Orange globes and bugle boys were also manufactured in the same factory, and all of these have the Heerlen "house sound."

 

[Rayoki]

   
And often for a bit less money than the E188CC, I would suggest Heerlen, Holland-made E88CC, often labeled Amperex, Philips, Valvo and so forth. When looking at the Philips production code, you want to look for "⊿" which indicates the Heerlen factory. Orange globes and bugle boys were also manufactured in the same factory, and all of these have the Heerlen "house sound."

thanks! I'll look into em

 

[Exacoustatowner]

Have you cleaned the pins with deoxit?
I always unplug my phones before powering off or on. Old habit. I'll have to see if mine does the same.

 

[billerb1]

Have you cleaned the pins with deoxit?
I always unplug my phones before powering off or on. Old habit. I'll have to see if mine does the same.

 
Is deoxit ok on gold pins?  I never have cleaned gold pins.  Just afraid to mess with em.  Crazy?

 

[Rayoki]

Have you cleaned the pins with deoxit?
I always unplug my phones before powering off or on. Old habit. I'll have to see if mine does the same.

I have not but maybe I should pick some up to make sure its not just a dirty connector. thanks for the suggestion, is there a recommended source for proper cleaning of tubes?

 

[Exacoustatowner]

Is deoxit ok on gold pins?  I never have cleaned gold pins.  Just afraid to mess with em.  Crazy?

Real gold pins should not corrode, I'd think. They have to be an alloy or they would be too soft-so I guess it's possible.

 

[ThurstonX]

  Is deoxit ok on gold pins?  I never have cleaned gold pins.  Just afraid to mess with em.  Crazy?

 
I use DeoxIT Gold on everything.  I clean all pins with 99% isopropyl alcohol first, though very rarely anything comes off the gold pins - can't hurt - then slather on the DeoxIT Gold.

 

[ThurstonX]

Real gold pins should not corrode, I'd think. They have to be an alloy or they would be too soft-so I guess it's possible.

 
Gold-plated.

 

[Exacoustatowner]

Gold-plated.

Thanks Thurston. How's your lab assistant "Rangy?" Gone Ape?