"Al" wrote in message news:QsXBc.88868$eu.23756@attbi_s02...
Hello all...

I'm re-tubing my Peavey VMP-2 mic preamp. Currently it's set up with its
original set of Chinese-made tubes. Although it has relatively low hours for
its age, I'd like to give it a fresh start with some NOS tubes or
equivalent.

Each channel uses three 12AX7's and one 12AT7. No problem finding decent
AX's; pending the response from this group, I'm planning to install new
Groove Tubes 12AX7M's. (Has anyone had any experience with those?)

But I need some advice on the two 12AT7's. Where's the best place to get
them, and what brand is the most like the old U.S.-made AT's?

I'm concerned that installing garden-variety 12AT7's will undo the benefit
of adding the expensive GT preamp tubes.

Thanks in advance for your responses...

Alan

Most customer's are liking the Electro harmonix 12AX7A EH's. They are
also selling NOS 12AT7's from Mullard, a good value. I like the
polyprop MIT caps in there as well. Consider using a Jensen JT-115 in
there as well.

Jim Williams
Audio Upgrades