[SoundBound]

For my new Coronet 2 build I am going to start out with some cheaper new stock tubes.  Does anyone have any preferences for the 12AU7?

I know that there are a lot of choices for NOS tubes here, I may tube roll later.
Thanks.

[bunnyma357]

Don't know about new production,  NOS 12AU7's tend not to be too pricey. In my Onix SP3 the RFT's have sounded the best.

http://www.boiaudioworks.com/12AU7_ECC82RFTNOS

If you're adventurous, you can find good deals on them on eBay as well, close to what you'd pay for new production.

Jim C

[Tyson]

Check if it can use a 12bh7 tube instead of a 12au7 - IMO it's a better sounding tube.  If you must use a 12au7, then Amperex is my favorite, both the Bugle Boys and the Orange Globes are very good.

[PatOMalley]

TAD 12AU7 are full sounding, nice bass, good extension. A little rough, though, but the approximate the RCA full sound midrange... sort of.