Just like sovtek slapping 5881wxt a type that never existed in the old days on a russian 6. Groove tubes gold series gt6v6s matched power tubes. U a 250 v u g2 250 v u g1 7,3 v i a 48 ma i g2 5,5 ma s 11,3 mav. This tube has more of the character of a 6l6 than 6v6 in many amps. But without seeing the tube, one cant say for sure what the base brand is. The beam power part tells us that the tube, as rca put it, is a tetrode or pentode in which directed electron beams are used to increase substantially the powerhandling capability of the tube. Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution. Originally released in 1937 by rca, the 6v6 is a beampower tetrode vacuum tube ideal for use in hifi audio equipment and music instrument amplifiers.
Groove tubes gold series gt6v6r matched power tubes. You can use acrobat for viewing and printing pdf files. Groove tubes gt6v6r medium power amplifier tube, matched. Vinatge nos 6v6gty power tubes vs groove tubes gt6v6s. Overall this tube has a warm and balanced tone with incredible separation and response. Tube 6v6gt or rohre 6v6gt id2989, beam power tube, octal int. Fender tube amps now include groove tubes as standard equipment, and true tube aficionados worldwide swear by the tubes and pro audio products groove tubes makes. The very fact that it is a gt means that it will likely perform well, since the tubes have been tested. For over 30 years, groove tubes have been trusted and demanded by touring professionals and their techs around the. Groove tubes gt6l6chp pentode our most recent release of a totally redesigned 6l6c featuring addition of pure nickel carborized black plate construction, this is the same material used on the classic rca black plate versions of the 50s.
Classic design and the most affordable choice in the gt 6v6 line. Tubedepot carries a selection of 6v6 compatible power vacuum tubes. I have not been able to find a spec sheet for these to get plate voltage, etc. In a single ended setup, the 6v6 is dark, smooth and can get raggedwooly when pushed to the max. The 6v6 is a lowoutput power tube 1218 watts often used in groove tubes amplifiers, including the champ, deluxe, dual professional, vibroking, princeton, vibrolux and others. These tubes perform very well in the fender deluxe reverb reissue. Thanks to frank philipse for supplying the above pdf datasheet. Groove tubes gt6l6r russian power tubes medium duet.
Groove tubes gt 6v6 2000s williams gear emporium reverb. If this describes the rig you use, then this is one of two modern tubes you should consider. Groove tubes gt6v6s select power tubes medium duet. These are a very sturdy and reliable tube, with slightly less power and a more aggressive edge when pushed into distortion.
There is a key between pins 1 and 8 to ensure that the tube can only be plugged in one way. The sound is nice much smoother than the jj 6v6 i had in there previously. The tungsol 6v6gt is an outstanding tube and i feel it delivers a much smoother overdrive that you could describe as creamy instead of crunchy. Output pentode el84 is an output pentode for use in guitar and hifi amplifiers. Vacuum tube 6v6, jj electronics antique electronic supply. The el84 stays strong in the mids and highs to the point of harshness when pushed. Groove tubes guitar amplifiers for sale in stock ebay. Even shares all the same characteristics as the gold lion 6v6.
Jjs can work fine, and are cheap, but do have a higher failure rate tone is ok. If youre replacing a tube with the same type of groove tube tube model and rating, you do not have to rebias your amp. Unfollow groove tubes 6v6 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. A feature of a beam power tube is its low screengrid current. Groove tubes is not a vacuum tube manufacturer, but a rebrander of tubes made by other companies. The thin metal tube envelope is 25 mm in diameter and, excluding the io base pins, is 67 mm tall. Sylvania 6v6 65 deluxe reverb ri question telecaster. Nos americanenglishgerman tubes will be more reliable, but cost a lot more for some tube types 6l6gc, el34 3. Shop for the groove tubes gold series gt6v6r matched power tubes and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price.
Groove tubes 6l6ge reissue tubes, hype, or real deal the. Gear talk power tube comparison el34 vs el84 vs 6v6 vs 6l6 vs 6550 vs kt88 reussenzehn duration. Jj electronic vacuum tubes, capacitors, amplifiers. This tube is oem in most currently produced amplifiers that require a 6v6 tube. Neither, for that matter, do fender who now own the groove tubes name, ruby tubes and a host of other companies manufacture tubes. Gt6v6c duet classically designed with warm overdrive and soft distortion character. For a 2tube amp it is worth buying in matched pairs, mainly so you know someone has fired the tube up in a tester and verified its current draw. Something interesting and wondering if anyone else has seen this. Groove tubes gt 6v6 r single vacuum tube, new old stock groove tube gt6v6r, only 1 unit available matched, performance 7, san fernando, ca, by groove tubes founder, aspen pittman. Overall this tube has a warm and balanced tone with incredible. Groove tubes has been making quality tubes for two decades.
Extremely low noise and a lack of microphonics combine with excellent ratings for detail and harmonic content to provide a tube of exceptional quality. This 6v6 has the standard rugged construction weve come to expect from jj which allows it handle much higher plate voltages than the typical 6v6 tube. Octal power tube max plate watts 14w beam power tetrode with a. The gt 6l6s has also been described as sweet and punchy. This tube has more of the character of a 6l6 than 6v6 in. One of the best choices ever produced for rehearsal and recording amplifiers. It is still in use in audio applications, especially electric guitar amplifiers. The result better mids and bottom while keeping the smooth top of the classic 6v6s. Latest version with support rods to reduce microphonics. The 6v6 is a lowoutput power tube 1218 watts often used in fender amplifiers.
Output pendode el34 is an octal power tube with a maximum plate power of 25w. The electroharmonix is oem in most current guitar amplifiers. I kept it short and sweet because it was so decidedly in favor of the older setup. Groove tube our groove tube brochure contains all of the information to get you started on your project. This is the current industry standard with a well earned reputation for great tone and long life at a very affordable price. The tungsol 6v6 tube has a geometry designed to safely handle the higher voltages used in guitar amps plus heavier plate and grid materials. The tungsol 6v6 gt is an outstanding tube and i feel it delivers a much smoother overdrive that you could describe as creamy instead of crunchy. The electroharmonix 6v6 is warm sounding, with a sweet sustain and crunchy overdrive, making it a very musical tube. Chinese made copy of the old usa 6v6 used in old deluxe reverbs. Groove tubes offers 7 different 6l6s to choose from. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. It has a very warm, round and soft response with rich harmonics, and distorts easily. While neither tube is fantastic when pushed to the limit, the 6v6 is more listenable at that ragged edge than the el84 imho.
Groove tube valves are sold at hot rox uk in nottingham. Choosing and using vacuum tubes includes information on replacement tubes for hundreds of amplifiers. Groove tubes gold series gt6v6c matched power tubes. Tube cross reference basics there have been a myriad of tubes types and styles made over the years for industrial, military and commercial use. Please see the substitutes at the top of the page for more details. Round, warm, fat tone with lower power but great for a soft blues tone or great fat classic rock sound too. Groove tube valves, selected and matched by groove tube to a premium standard 15 items show 10 20 50 100 all per page. With groove tube the classes are yellow low, orange medium and red high. If anyone has or knows where to find this spec sheet on the net i would greatly appreciate it. I found a comment from a few years ago by one stpg1 owner who sent his amp back to groove tubes for maintenance and they replaced the 6v6s with el34s, stating to him that given the deteriorating quality of 6v6s generally and the high plate voltage that the amp pushes el34s are a. Matched quartet groove tube gt6l6geq medium tubes, 6 rating, 55501506. The groove tubes gt6l6r power tubes duet gives you what may just be the most reliable of the currently made tubes, with slightly less power and a more aggressive edge when pushed into distortion.
Groove tubes gt6v6c medium power amplifier tube, matched. Easy to read span tables on flooring and roofing explain the appropriate sizes of groove tube to use, as well as how to properly space lengths to ensure your structure has the support it needs. The jj electronic 6v6s is another modern classic from jj. These groove tubes gold series gt6l6r matched power tubes are russian made, same as the 5881, but matched in the gt system. Noval u f 6,3 v i f 0,760 ma typical characteristic. Here at we sell tubes from the original manufacturer whenever possible. The jj 6v6 can even be used in place of a 6l6 in some amplifiers.
Groove tubes gt6v6r single vacuum tube pro audio solutions. Groove tubes gt6v6c medium duet amplifier tube for sale. Jj puts s on the end of the type number of their 6v6. Groove tubes gold series gt6l6r matched power tubes. Jan 01, 2008 presuming the groove tubes 6l6ge is in fact a longerlife tube as it should be, that should make up for the difference in price if youre looking at it versus say the svetlana. For most small wattage amps, you can run whatever tube is specified. Groove tubes 928pr el84 adapter for 6l6, el34, 6v6. Following the introduction in july 1936 of the 6l6, the potential of the. These handle plate voltages in excess of 475 plate volts and have a very agressive tone and long life. My 65 reissue deluxe reverb came with groove tubes gt6v6s power tubes.
Tubes tested by vacuum tube supplies of denver on hickok 539c for mutual conductance, plate current, shorts, and life test. The groove tubes 6l6s is slovakian made power tube that has a very aggressive, dynamic tone. Collect or buy mail order for a fast service with full warranty hot rox uk. For over 30 years, groove tubes have been trusted and demanded by touring. Groove tubes industrial european groove tubes industrial european gt12at76679ecc81 gt6ca4 ez81. Groove tube, and other manufacturers, test the production and separate the output into. Solid, predictable performance, the most used widely used tube design in stock amplifiers from major manufacturers in the 6v6 line. There are only a few factories making tubes now they will paint whatever logo someone pays them to. The gt6v6s represents groove tubes highest output 6v6 power tube.
The preferred oem tube of 50sera fender tweed champ and deluxe amplifiers the tungsol 6v6 has a geometry designed to safely handle the higher voltages used in guitar amps plus heavier plate and grid materials. It is still in use in audio applications, especially electric guitar. The groove tubes 6v6r russian tube is suppose to be a electro harmonix of course that has been rebranded however the pair i have looks exactly like a tung sol current production or a mullard current production. Groove tubes at least are a a consistent supplier if you always buy the same rating, youll get consistent service. Further improving the design, we added gts exclusive heat sink wings to the plate assembly. Presuming the groove tubes 6l6ge is in fact a longerlife tube as it should be, that should make up for the difference in price if youre looking at it versus say the svetlana. It tests them and so forth, and then rebrands them as groove tubes.
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