12AX7 tube comparison | JJ Electronic, Electro Harmonix and Gold Lion

12AX7 tube comparison | i give my thoughts more at the end of the video.
Old footage, but combined the three, to make it easier.
Thanks for watching.
If your phono preamp is only worth $200/300 buying $200+ tubes might a bit much maybe.
You may notice an audible difference However, if you need to replace them due to the tubes needing replacing, hopefully you can find a nice replacement at a good price.

[@obiwankenobi3773]

Um what the crust bucket! Love this content gramps❤😎🥶

[@IamMusicNerd]

I’ve always been a fan of Mullard tubes, but Gold Lion is very good as well.

[@slistone1940]

I’m new to tubes and don’t fully understand some basics. I have the Project Tube Box DS2. Would those Gold Lions fit in there or do I need a different kind of tube? Also are the gold lions new old stock?

[@concordhifi]

Project Tube DS2 uses a ECC83 aka 12AX7 tube, however given the price of tubes at the moment, you’d might notice more of an audible gain with a decent cart/stylus? I think the JJ are great value for money and sound nice, but sound is subjective.

[@slistone1940]

Thank you!!! I just bought it so I’ll wait for the tubes to degrade or fail. If I listen a few hours a day how long can I expect them to last? Love your channel.

[@concordhifi]

@slistone1940 thank you, glad you like it. Should easily be able to get a couple years out of your tubes. Everyday listening for a few hours a day, should get you two to three years. Longer if you’re not an everyday listener.