Hey guys I'm wanting to match some tubes with the HE-500 that comes at around <$110.
I had a brief listen with the HE-500 and 6BZ7 stock tubes and found the sound to be quite laid back and enjoyable. Though I wished the treble was a tad more extended, and overall a bit more clear and improved in its soundstage. I'm definitely looking for a neutral'ish sound, if that makes any sense.
From reading the thread so far the list I gathered is:
Amperex Bugle Boys
Orange Globes (mids too forward?)
Mullard CV-2492
Voskhod 6N23P
Amperex USN-CEP Gold pins
Tesla E88CC
I've also heard of the Lorenz Stuttgart and the Telefunkens, but I think they're a bit out of my price range
Any inputs on deciding which would be best would be appreciated