Preamp Tubes For BE100

[purpleplexi]

I was watching some video where Dave was speaking with 3 other guys on a conference call. He said he used JJ tubes in V1 because they were not so microphonic. I'm wondering if Dave has a recommendation for V1 in the BE100 with regards only to tone quality.

Thanks

 

[Thomas-Hawk]

In that same video, he goes on to say that he likes the newer Chinese 12AX7s and Tung-Sols, but finding the right one (without microphonic issues) could be a problem. He said he also somewhat likes the Sovtek WB tubes as well. Here's the spot in the video where he talks tubes:

https://youtu.be/8SXMPQNGfmI?t=8220

 

[purpleplexi]

In that same video, he goes on to say that he likes the newer Chinese 12AX7s and Tung-Sols, but finding the right one (without microphonic issues) could be a problem. He said he also somewhat likes the Sovtek WB tubes as well. Here's the spot in the video where he talks tubes:

https://youtu.be/8SXMPQNGfmI?t=8220

Thanks man!!! Super helpful!!!

 

[Mike D.]

Lots of great NOS tubes for sale on flea bay and various tube stores. I've picked up 30 or 40 12ax7 tubes in the past year that sound fabulous in v1 & v2 of my BE100. Sylvania and RCA are my favorite. Interestingly, EH tubes sound great in v2. Just roll 'em and find what sounds good to your ear.

 

[RedPlated]

I've tried a lot in my BE and like a Tungsol the best.

 

[Browns Fan]

I have a tungsol in slot 1 and a telefunken in slot 2, Chinese in 3 and 4. Killer results!!!