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Jul 20, 2017 at 11:03 PM Post #13,111 of 23,494
thecrow said:
The usn cep 7308 so come up on ebay from time to time under $150 per pair.
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Thanks for the reply. Yes, from time to time you do find some good offers.
When I was actively looking for these tube types, I used hifishark.com to track all the auction and audio sites.
Some great finds, also some disappoints. I don't need or purchase these tube types anymore.

This actually started as a question from someone else about a specific tube pair from a specific seller.
 
Jul 21, 2017 at 3:18 AM Post #13,112 of 23,494
are there actual reputable ebay sellers or should i buy directly from woo audio or upscale audio maybe.
i'm looking to spend $150 - $200, what would you guys personally get in this price range?
scared to get fakes im not too familiar with tubes , just been using my stock WA2
 
Jul 21, 2017 at 4:54 AM Post #13,113 of 23,494
koven said:
are there actual reputable ebay sellers or should i buy directly from woo audio or upscale audio maybe.
i'm looking to spend $150 - $200, what would you guys personally get in this price range?
scared to get fakes im not too familiar with tubes , just been using my stock WA2
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(looking at tubes in early to mid 60's) and check with others here to see if i might be around the mark re these

there's no mention of actual result numbers but i'm thinking these should be good - 1961 and i believe a good seller
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2x-E88CC...462750?hash=item41cadea39e:g:puMAAOSwzVxZbgdT

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/2x-E88CC...462750?hash=item41cadea39e:g:puMAAOSwzVxZbgdT

in the e188cc which are a better grade there are:

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/matched-...272318?hash=item4667ce1efe:g:jdkAAOSw5tZZcMmt
but i'm not sure if the stated results are good or not

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/RARE-MAT...596969?hash=item3d412ee369:g:q2gAAOSwn-tZL~th
i would ask for the code on the glass to determine the years - they may be early 70's (like another pair that the seller has) so i would let them go in my total humble opinion if that is the case

ebay tubes are a great source if you just take a few precautions and run it by a few of us here from time to time if curious
a lot cheaper this way
i've only had one major hassle out of about 12 tube transactions on ebay and that was partly due to the courier that showed it as delivered in tracking even though it was never actually delivered - the seller was not interested to help as the tracking confirmed it was delivered - i would have preferred more help from the seller at least but no luck on that one
 
Jul 21, 2017 at 8:50 AM Post #13,115 of 23,494
TK16 said:
Euroclag is a good seller bought 5 or 6 sets from him.
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Euroklang, but yeah, he has a good rep, though can be a little pricey. Definitely worth a browse through his store.

(I know you know, TK; was meant for others)
 
Jul 21, 2017 at 9:51 AM Post #13,116 of 23,494
ThurstonX said:
Euroklang, but yeah, he has a good rep, though can be a little pricey. Definitely worth a browse through his store.

(I know you know, TK; was meant for others)
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Agree, tubes always look pristine, like true NOS, has a great selection and seems to be working from a substantial inventory.
Would not hesitate purchasing from this seller. Have been looking through his listings for some tube types for a new amp.
 
Jul 21, 2017 at 12:35 PM Post #13,118 of 23,494
TK16 said:
Yeah he is, mentioned his name because 1 of the links had a nice pair of Heerlen. You can definitely find lower priced tubes out there.
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From memory his siemens cca have been a little pricey in the past but i thought this heerlen e88cc looked well price for $150. 1961. If its strong in its readings.

Whats your opinion of that asking price

(Its not for me just others looking for tubes at this price point)
 
Jul 21, 2017 at 4:54 PM Post #13,120 of 23,494
 
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Jul 21, 2017 at 5:40 PM Post #13,121 of 23,494
That 7L6 1962 is NOT a pinched waist. Not aware of any after '59, maaaybe '60 but I can't remember any from '60.
Besides that, just look at it.
 
Jul 24, 2017 at 9:40 PM Post #13,125 of 23,494
koven said:
hi guys, what do you guys think of these tubes? im looking to pickup a used pair for $200

https://www.upscaleaudio.com/products/telefunken-e88cc-6922
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I would personally hold out and try to find a pair of Telefunken E188CC's for $275-$250. They are my personal #1's, ahead of my grey shield Siemens Cca's and my Heerlen pinch waists. You'll initially conclude you can't find them for that price but if you're patient and persistent you can. I have a/b'd mine with the Upscale E88CC's and it was no contest on my gear. The E188CC's made the Upscales sound 2 dimensional and ordinary. FWIW.
 
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