Are KT66 and KT88 interchangeable?
The JJ KT66’s and the JJ KT88’s are the same diameter as the original GEC KT66’s and KT88’s which is just under 2 1/8″ so you need an absolute bare minimum of 2 1/4″ measured from the centerline of one socket to the centerline of the next socket for them to physically fit in an amp.
Can KT88 replace EL34?
EL34 and KT88 share the same pinout and are interchangeable in some circuits.
Can I replace 6L6 with KT88?
You really ought to increase the power of your output transformer if you’re going to move from 6L6 to KT88. a pair of 6L6 generally puts out about 35-45w. a pair of KT88 is about double that. that’s great if you want to increase the wattage of your amp, but be sure your output transformer can handle it.
What tubes are interchangeable with EL84?
The EL84 is smaller and more sensitive than the octal 6V6 that was widely used around the world until the 1960s. An interchangeable North American type is the 6BQ5 (the RETMA tube designation name for the EL84).
Can a KT88 replace a 6550?
6550, KT88’s, and KT90 are interchangeable. The 6550 originated in the US and the KT88 is the European answer to the 6550.
How does the EL84 power tube sound like?
POWER TUBES EL84 EL34 6L6 KT66 6550 KT88 EL84/6BQ5 Sovtek EL84: This tube has a very harsh mid and upper mid-range. A good way to describe the tone in one word would be to call it “cardboard”. They make your amp sound like a big Wheaties box. The low end is flabby and only gets worse as more lows are dialed in.
How does the Sovtek EL84M vacuum tube compare?
When over driven they get real grainy and the breakup transition is quick and not smooth. Sovtek EL84M: This tube has the same tonal characteristics as the standard Sovtek EL84 and is even more lifeless and less touch responsive.
Which is the most common pre amp tube?
Below is a list of the most common power and pre-amp tubes. POWER TUBES EL84 EL34 6L6 KT66 6550 KT88 EL84/6BQ5 Sovtek EL84: This tube has a very harsh mid and upper mid-range. A good way to describe the tone in one word would be to call it “cardboard”. They make your amp sound like a big Wheaties box.
What’s the difference between Sovtek and Mullard EL84?
Sovtek EL84M: This tube has the same tonal characteristics as the standard Sovtek EL84 and is even more lifeless and less touch responsive. Electro Harmonix EL84: These are sovtek tubes and all the above applies. mullard reissue EL84: These are sovtek tubes as well and are absolutely nothing like the original Mullard EL84’s.