Rectifier for Incito & Helene

[Synaxis]

Hi guys - I've searched as I didn't want to post a duplicate post and haven't found an answer. So I think this is the first time it's being asked.

Anyone try running a different rectifier other than the 5AR4 in the Incito Preamp, such as a 5U4G or something else? How about in the Helene other than the GZ34?

Thanks.

 

[J007B]

Mr. Miyagi sent me this as a recommendation. I believe the TP adapter is made by Laszlo at Lampizator.
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[J007B]

I just got this the other day to try out...

 

[Synaxis]

Thank you J007B.

Is it possible to try the 5U4G or any others in th place of the 5AR4?

I'm not sure what that first tube in your pic is.

 

[DasguteOhr]

I just got this the other day to try out...

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Good choice lowest voltage drop recifter tubes gz 34

 

[J007B]

Another 5U4G recommendation that was sent to me:

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It would be interesting to to hear Stavros thoughts...

 

[Synaxis]

Another 5U4G recommendation that was sent to me:

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StradiTubes

www.straditube.com

It would be interesting to to hear Stavros thoughts...

Yes. I have some NOS ones here but want to be sure before trying them.

 

[J007B]

I know, doesn’t seem to be a lot of information on this subject. I’m still getting to know my Helene…You might send a PM to Mr. Miyagi, super nice, I know he has experience with both Aries Cerat and Lampizator and I’m sure he would get back to you.

 

[Aries Cerat]

Hello there

Stick to GZ34/5AR4 , rest types are a compromise as they have quite higher voltage sag.

The GE variations such as GE and Japan made are one of my favorites.


Cheers
Stavros

 

[Argonaut]

There exists a fair selection of GZ34/5AR4 types available from disparate manufacturers and from different decades of manufacture , enough variations upon a theme to keep prospective tube rollers engaged for some time.

 

[Mr. Analog]

I can also highly recommend the original Mullard GZ34 (e.g. F32) Blackburn factory (UK).

Regards Mr. Analog

 

[Uk Paul / Z:Axis Audio]

I can also highly recommend the original Mullard GZ34 (e.g. F32) Blackburn factory (UK).

Regards Mr. Analog

Also the fat base versions, this is where I would start with experimenting..

 

[Mr. Analog]

Also the fat base versions, this is where I would start with experimenting..

What specific experience have you had with the Helene Dac?

Regards Mr. Analog

 

[Uk Paul / Z:Axis Audio]

None, yet, but would like to try a Helene at some point. My preference for the fat base Mullard GZ34 is based on using several amplifiers here of my own, plus customers experiences post recommendation.

 

[Mr. Analog]

A „FAT base Mullard GZ34“ is a Mullard Blackburn with code F31?

Regards Mr. Analog

 

[J007B]

Currently I have a NOS Mullard UK GZ34 branded Siemens 1966 in my Helene. Even though I only have about 25 hours on it I have to say it is a great sounding tube....