tube upgrade for first sound


Has anyone been able to improve on the stock tubes in the First Sound preamps? I was thinking about trying the Russian 6H23. Any thoughts? thanks
84audio
As two of my dear friends have told me independently of one another, "Buy cheap, buy again".

This has proven true in my life more times than I can recall.


I've also gone through two sets of the EH tubes. But I want to know why they are not working.
hi dan. i tried it (the extreme version) across my entire system (pc, ic, tube pins etc). At first things were bright and forward, but with continued use, that feature resolved and i was left with increased clarity, articulation, and speed - yet i dont think any harshness or glare was introduced. Like every other maneuver that increases these aspects, the system should be "up for" increased exposure and transparency. Overall i think well balanced systems would benefit more than those with underlying tendency towards stridency - "more is not always more." As i recall, your system with the FS (and rowland was it?) would not have this issue....

Having said all that, overall i did hear a real benefit. whether it was $149's worth or not is a case by case individual decison, but I would say yes for me. They offer a money back guarantee, so it might be worth a spin.