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GE 6550 / 6550A - premium matched quad
GE 6550 / 6550A - premium matched quad
Price: $449.00
GE 6550 / 6550A - premium matched quad
The late 1970s GE 6550A power tubes in this premium matched quad have gray plates, 3 getters, metal collar bases and 188-5 factory code (Owensboro, Ky). Tubes test as new and are precisely matched for both mA and Gm. While supplies last!
GE 6L6GC - premium matched pair
GE 6L6GC - premium matched pair
Price: $126.00
GE 6L6GC - premium matched pair
The GE 6L6GC power tubes in this premium matched pair have gray plates, dual side getters, and black bases. They also have matching date codes and the 188-5 factory code (Owensboro, Ky). Tubes test as new and are precisely matched.
Genalex Gold Lion 300B / PX300B reissue - premium matched
Genalex Gold Lion 300B / PX300B reissue - precision matched
Price: $162.00
Genalex Gold Lion 300B / PX300B reissue - precision matched
In the Genalex / Marconi-Osram tradition of providing the highest quality triode tubes like the PX4 and PX25 of the 1930s, New Sensor has released the Genalex Gold Lion PX300B power triode. Price includes extended burn-in and precision matching.
Shuguang 211 - premium matched
Shuguang 211 - precision matched
Price: $74.00
Sale Price: $59.20
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Shuguang 211 - precision matched
This Shuguang 211 tube is a directly heated power triode with a carbon anode capable of up to 40 watts in single ended operation. Price includes extended burn-in and precision matching.
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Sylvania 6550 - premium matched octet
Sylvania 6550 - premium matched octet
Price: $969.00
Sylvania 6550 - premium matched octet
The late 1970s Sylvania 6550 power tubes in this premium matched octet have welded gray plates, 3 getters, and metal collar bases. The print on the glass has the Sylvania or PhilipsECG logo. Tubes test as new and are precisely matched for both mA and Gm.
Amperex Bugle Boy label EL84 - matched pair
Amperex EL84 - matched pair, Bugle Boy label
Price: $259.00
Amperex EL84 - matched pair, Bugle Boy label
The 1961 Amperex EL84 / 6BQ5 tubes in this precisely matched pair have gray plates and large halo getters (rX4 series). The white print on the glass has the Bugle Boy logo. Both tubes test as new and are matched for both current draw and transconductance.
GE 12AY7 / 6072 - black plates, triple mica
GE 12AY7 / 6072 - black plates, triple mica
Price: From $42.00 to $44.00
GE 12AY7 / 6072 - black plates, triple mica
This 1960 GE 6072 is a military spec 12AY7 type tube. It has black plates, a halo getter, and a triple mica. The white print on the glass has the IBM logo. Tube tests as new with very low noise.
Genalex GEC 12AT7 / A2900 - black plates, matched pair
Genalex GEC 12AT7 / A2900 - black plates, matched pair
Price: $394.00
Genalex GEC 12AT7 / A2900 - black plates, matched pair
The 1978 GEC A2900 tubes in this matched pair are a premium quality Genalex 12AT7 tube type. They were made in England by the Marconi-Osram Valve Company (MOV). Click "more info" for test results.
Mullard 12AX7 / ECC83 - matched pair
Mullard 12AX7 / ECC83 - matched pair
Price: From $164.00 to $179.00
Mullard 12AX7 / ECC83 - matched pair
The 1960s-1970s Mullard 12AX7A / ECC83 tubes (I61 & I63 series) in this precisely matched pair have gray plates and halo getters. The Blackburn factory code is etched in the glass. Click "more info" for current availability.
RCA 5U4GB - black plates, tall bottle, matched pair
RCA 5U4GB - black plates, tall bottle, matched pair
Price: $74.00
RCA 5U4GB - black plates, tall bottle, matched pair
The RCA 5U4GB rectifier tubes in this precisely matched pair have black plates and a top halo getter. The tall bottle has red print with the RCA logo and "5U4GB U.S.A." printed on it. Both tubes test as new with balanced diode sections.
RT EF86 / 6267 - premium matched pair, mesh plates
RT EF86 / 6267 - mesh plates, matched pair
Price: $152.00
RT EF86 / 6267 - mesh plates, matched pair
The 1961 RT EF86 tubes in this matched pair have mesh plates and halo getters. The white label has the Tung-Sol logo and the Chartes, France factory code is etched in the glass. Both tubes test as new with very low noise and are precisely matched.
Sylvania 6V6GT - gray glass, matched pair
Sylvania 6V6GT - gray glass, matched pair
Price: $79.00
Sylvania 6V6GT - gray glass, matched pair
The 1950s Sylvania 6V6GT power tubes in this precisely matched pair have black plates, gray glass, and bottom getters. The green print on the bases has the Sylvania logo. Both tubes test as new and are precisely matched.
Sonotone 7025 / 12AX7 - clear top
Sonotone 7025 / 12AX7 - clear top
Price: $79.00
Sonotone 7025 / 12AX7 - clear top
This rare 1960 Sonotone 7025 is a low noise 12AX7 / ECC83 tube type. It has gray plates, a side D getter, and a clear top. The white print on the glass has the Sonotone logo and reads "made in USA." Tube tests as new with high gain and very low noise.
Amperex 7308 / E188CC - gold pins, matched pair
Amperex 7308 / E188CC - gold pins, matched pair
Price: $319.00
Amperex 7308 / E188CC - gold pins, matched pair
The 1960s Amperex JAN 7308 tubes in this precisely matched pair are premium quality 6DJ8 / ECC88 tubes made for the US military (VR5 series). They have gold pins, gray risers, and large O getters. Click "more info" for current availability.
Philips EZ80 / 6V4 - GE label
Philips EZ80 / 6V4 - GE label
Price: $39.00
Philips EZ80 / 6V4 - GE label
This late 1950s-early 1960s Philips EZ80 / 6V4 rectifier tube has a gray plates and a D getter. The white print on the glass has the GE logo and says "made in Holland." The Sittard or Bruxelles factory code is etched in the glass. Tube tests as new.

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