New Matched Quintet (5) Tung-Sol 12AU7 / 6189 (ECC82) Vacuum Tubes

New Gain Matched Quintet of Tung-Sol 12AU7 / 6189 (ECC82) Reissue Vacuum Tubes

One of the best modern 12AU7s on the market, the official model number is 12AU7WA / 6189 which is the military designation for the 12AU7. With a rich and detailed tone, the Tung-Sol 12AU7 is perfect for both stereo and guitar amplification.

Testing and/or Matching

At VIVA TUBES, all of our customers get the same high standard of testing and matching. Some sellers charge more for premium matches but we believe all of our customers should get the same level of quality and service. 

Tubes are tested and/or matched at full operating voltage with regulated power supply on a Maxi Matcher tester for general mutual transconductance (Gm). In addition, power tubes are tested/matched by plate current (Ip) and preamp tubes are tested/matched by gain. Rectifier tubes will be tested for emissions on a calibrated military grade tube tester. 

Our goal is to match within 5% with an upper limit of 15% (15% is the industry limit to consider a set).

Hand written test data included.

Note that we do offer a few models which are tested & matched at the factory. They will be matched by the same parameters (Ip & Gm) but to the manufacturer's standards. Factory testing will be indicated in the item title and description. 

Guarantee

We offer a minimum 90 day guarantee covering functional defects - including noise unless otherwise stated. The guarantee period begins the day you receive your order.