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Genalex Gold Lion 12AX7 / ECC83 - Reissue

Original Genalex Gold Lion ECC83/B759 tubes are considered among the best 12AX7 types ever made. They are hard to find and when they are available, they are expensive. They exhibit a large detailed soundstage that is sought after by discerning audiophiles who demand the highest quality sound. The reissue Genalex Gold Lion ECC83/B759 recreates the sound signature of the original.
To be labeled Genalex Gold Lion, tubes must endure and pass the toughest testing the industry offers.

The RCA 6SJ7 VT-116 is a classic pentode tube from the golden era of tube technology, manufactured to strict quality standards of the U.S. Military Specification (JAN - Joint Army-Navy). It is extremely resilient against microphonics and mechanical influences, designed for military continuous operation.
With its metal enclosure, it has effective electromagnetic shielding and is ideal for sensitive signal processing.

Technical specifications:

• 6SJ7 / VT-116
• Tubular system: Pentode
• Heater voltage (Uf): 6.3 V
• Heater current (If): 300 mA
• Anode voltage (Ua): max. 300 V
• Anode current (Ia): approx. 3 mA
• Transconductance (S): approx. 1.65 mA/V
• Amplification factor (µ): approx. 100
• Construction: Metal tube

Files:

• Datasheet

Sonically similar to the "normal" JJ 12AX7, but the overall sound is "fuller" and "stronger" with a more powerful bass. Visually, compared to the normal JJ 12AX7, the long anode plates stand out, as well as a slightly higher current. Suits well in guitar and bass amps, but also in audio and high-end areas.

All JJ gold preamp tubes are selected within a close tolerance and handtested for best sound and quality. Furthermore all pins are gold plated to achieve best electrical contact.
What about the sound? It is still the famous and well known JJ brownsound - warm and smooth.

Note: Tubes equipped with long plates are commonly associated with a "warmer" or "richer" sound, whereas those with shorter plates tend to deliver a "tighter sound". However, tubes featuring long plates exhibit increased sensitivity to vibrations and mechanical disturbances, rendering them less ideal for critical applications.

Files:

• Datasheet

Tube-Town 12AX7 / ECC83 Preamp-Tube

The TT12AX7 impresses with its fine and detailed reproduction of the highs, which is maintained even at high amplification levels. Due to a higher H3 part, the TT12AX7 sounds significantly cleaner than many other 12AX7/ECC83 tubes, which makes the bass range appear much tighter. We therefore especially recommend this tube for styles such as clean, crunch, and metal, where high amplification and clear transparency are required.

Electrical Characteristics

• Heater voltage (Uf): 6.3V or 12.6V
• Heater current (If): 300mA at 6.3V, 150mA at 12.6V
• Anode voltage (Ua): Maximum 300V
• Grid voltages (Ug1): -2V (typical)
• Grid voltages: -50V to 0V
• Anode current (Ia): 1.2mA (typical)
• Anode power dissipation: Maximum 1W per triode
• Anode resistance (ra): 62.5kΩ
• Amplification factor (μ): 100
• Transconductance (S): 1.6mA/V
• Input capacitance (Cin): 1.6pF
• Output capacitance (Cout): 1.6pF

Mechanical Characteristics

• Socket: B9A (Noval)
• Number of pins: 9

Pin Configuration

• 1 Anode (Triode 1)
• 2 Grid (Triode 1)
• 3 Cathode (Triode 1)
• 4 Heater (f)
• 5 Heater (f)
• 6 Anode (Triode 2)
• 7 Grid (Triode 2)
• 8 Cathode (Triode 2)
• 9 Center Heater (f)

Application Notes

• Heater operation: The tube can be operated with 6.3V or 12.6V, depending on the circuit design.
• Grid resistors: It is recommended to use grid resistors of at least 1MΩ to ensure stable functionality.
• Coupling capacitors: Capacitors with low capacitance (typically 0.1µF) are recommended to minimize high-frequency interference.