5AR4/GZ34 Rectifier Tubes

I'm new to this so I'm still experimenting, but would like some expert advise. So I can start in the correct direction and not waste time and money.

Wig, I have not heard of the Ked Red VT231. Where is the best place to get a pair to try out and even buy? What do I look for? On e-bay? BIG Thanks!

Bigkidz, same question, as for the NOS Tung-Sol 6SN7 Where is the best place to get a pair to try out and even buy? What do I look for? On e-bay? BIG Thanks!

It's actually Ken Rad, not Ked Rad. I have a few pairs of
these and they are indeed nice, however, in my system, the
Shuguang Black Treasure CV-181 "Z" (original
series), was better sounding.

I also like the Sophias a lot, very nice.

Like Wig stated, it really comes down to preferences...

Another positive vote for the new Genalex GZ34/U77 5AR4 rectifier tube. I've bought 4 of these for my amps and the Genalex GZ34 is a splendid sounding tube, especially at the price. The tube is dynamic, quiet, refined. I think this is a great tube for the money.

Happy Listening!

I still have not gotten a solid response. I'm just looking for some help so I don't buy the wrong ones from the wrong place. Much appreciated!!

Wig, I have not heard of the Ken Rad VT231. Where is the best place to get a pair to try out and even buy? What do I look for? On e-bay? BIG Thanks!

Bigkidz, same question, as for the NOS Tung-Sol 6SN7 Where is the best place to get a pair to try out and even buy? What do I look for? On e-bay?

BIG Thanks!

If anyone let's you, "try out" any NOS tubes; you MUST have a VERY GOOD friend(in heaven)! Especially tubes as rare and expensive, as the Tung-Sol roundplates. The bottom gettered Ken-Rad VT231, is not nearly as expensive/sought after, but: still hard to find(a very natural sounding tube): (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p2055119.m570.l1311.R7.TR7.TRC1.A0.Xken-rad+&_nkw=ken+rad+vt231&_sacat=0&_from=R40)