WTB EML or KR Audio tubes

Audiophile bill said:
Hi Mike,

I have compared it to Px-4. They are very different indeed. The Px-4 is deadly silent tube which yields spooky resolution in my system that exceeds all others. It is weighty like 300b but not quite as rich. The 242 is much more like a supercharged and impressive 101d so they are chalk and cheese. Because Kedar and I like a lot of orchestral, there is simply no tube I have tried that does orchestral like 242. I am hoping the Kr Px25 can compete but bringing even more richness to the mix - will have to hear some soon.
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Bill - that's EXACTLY my wish for the PX25 too. When are you getting your PX25's?


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Mike said:
Bill - that's EXACTLY my wish for the PX25 too. When are you getting your PX25's?


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I have not purchased yet - sorely tempted but not pulling trigger till I hear feedback from someone I trust or I can audition.
 
There are different, non-KR PX25s and 242s that sell for mega bucks. One day...
 
I ordered a pair of KR px25, not sure yet when they arrive, maybe next week.

My two GG should be back then as well.
 
Lampizator 5U4G rectifier
I know there are a few out there, is everyone feeling the magic,like Mike is?
 
I ordered a pair of the KR 242 that I am expecting to have by the end of week. I wasn't aware of the compatibility issue with my SE GG, so they are going to be sold.
 
Elescher said:
I ordered a pair of the KR 242 that I am expecting to have by the end of week. I wasn't aware of the compatibility issue with my SE GG, so they are going to be sold.
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ALRainbow may be interested if his Gen 2 R2R Dac is compatible. Give him a few days to check...

Also, you can check the max voltage output on your GG. If its less than 700mv, then you are good. Less than 500mv even better.
 
wisnon said:
ALRainbow may be interested if his Gen 2 R2R Dac is compatible. Give him a few days to check...

Also, you can check the max voltage output on your GG. If its less than 700mv, then you are good. Less than 500mv even better.
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Thanks for the reply. I am looking at the spec sheet as I write this. "Absolute max signal volume" 394 mV. Is this the correct spec?
 
From Lukasz.

To all the users of DHT series DACs: (Lite 7, Big7, Siebener, Golden Gate)

The 242 Tube as such is “compatible” with the circuit and will not damage the DAC and the DAC will not damage the tube.
This concerns all DACs without tube-type toggle switch, and those that have it - in the 101D, 45 position not the 300B or 2A3 position.

HOWEVER the tube 242 is significantly louder than others (also more subjectively dynamic sounding) which may cause:
1. In amplifiers that have analog passive volume control - will require turning them down by two hours
2. Amps having digital or transistor active or opamp active or chip active volume control - may cause saturation and clipping
3. In DACS equipped with volume control will require turning the volume down by 10 dB.
4. Passsive attenuators, transformer volume controls, resistor ladd

ers etc - will just love the increased signals.

If we did not fit the DAC with this tube originally - you are experimenting on your own and don’t be mad at us if you don’t like the result.

Best regards,

LampizatOr Team
 
"Amps having digital or transistor active or opamp active or chip active volume control - may cause saturation and clipping."

Interesting...


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The KR tubes actually fall in a class of their own, in my case they uplifted performance over 25%
So worth every dollar, I'am keep to try their limited edition 5U4G, what did you guys pay for it anyway?
 
wisnon said:
From Lukasz.

To all the users of DHT series DACs: (Lite 7, Big7, Siebener, Golden Gate)

The 242 Tube as such is “compatible” with the circuit and will not damage the DAC and the DAC will not damage the tube.
This concerns all DACs without tube-type toggle switch, and those that have it - in the 101D, 45 position not the 300B or 2A3 position.

HOWEVER the tube 242 is significantly louder than others (also more subjectively dynamic sounding) which may cause:
1. In amplifiers that have analog passive volume control - will require turning them down by two hours
2. Amps having digital or transistor active or opamp active or chip active volume control - may cause saturation and clipping
3. In DACS equipped with volume control will require turning the volume down by 10 dB.
4. Passsive attenuators, transformer volume controls, resistor ladd

ers etc - will just love the increased signals.

If we did not fit the DAC with this tube originally - you are experimenting on your own and don’t be mad at us if you don’t like the result.

Best regards,

LampizatOr Team
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What way can I find which of the 4 is my Pre Amp?
 
deuter said:
The KR tubes actually fall in a class of their own, in my case they uplifted performance over 25%
So worth every dollar, I'am keep to try their limited edition 5U4G, what did you guys pay for it anyway?
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Your general statement is not true for me. I did not like the KR45 at all. I just got the Lampi KR 5U4G and will compare to other rectis.
I will get the px25 next week.
I did not order the 242.
 
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