I have heard mixed reports about the quality of these tubes. The biggest collection of groove tubes manuals and schematics. The groove tubes gt 6l6r 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. This tube was originally intended to be produced here. Perhaps gts most versatile large capsule tube mic with its ultrathin 3 micron gold evaporated mylar diaphragm is uniquely hand built with the gt exclusive disk resonator that naturally. Why you need the groove tubes gt67 studio tube condenser microphone. Get the guaranteed best price on power tubes like the groove tubes gold series gtel34m matched power tubes at musicians friend. Groove tubes gt6l6r russian power tubes medium duet. If you need it i also have a groove tubes the brick. Groove tubes was started in the late 1970s by aspen pittman, who had a lifelong fascination with tubes and tube tone. Please note that kt66 draws more heater current than 6l6.
Classic euro type with medium to high gain and a linear frequency response. Both are outstanding imho and easily hold there own against an ntk which is about equal in sound quality i think. Buy groove tubes gt6l6r medium duet amplifier tube. Groove tubes gt66 mod gearslutz pro audio community.
Reverb is a marketplace bringing together a widespanning community to buy, sell, and discuss all things music gear. If you look at a jj e34l and hold the gt version next to it, you will see the gt tube has a more massive plate assembly, with welded heat sinks on the plates. Here we will introduce a powerful groove3 video downloader bigasoft video downloader pro and a detailed guide on how to download online training videos from or other sites. The groove tubes gt66 valve mic with its psm1 power supply.
The flagship gt67 is a multipattern condenser mic with valve electronics, with. Feb 23, 2003 lastly, i tried the gt66, which to me sounds more realistic and more solid than the ntk. Groove tubes gold series gtel34m matched power tubes medium. I did have a chance to hear the gt66 tube and the gt67 tube on location and for me the model 1b was the sound ive been looking to demo on my voice. Groove tubes gold series gtkt66c matched power tubes.
Matched quartet of 6l6 tubes in medium power range. I would not choose an ntk over a 66 67 unless the source called for it. Solid, predictable performance, the most used widely used tube design in stock amplifiers from major manufacturers in the 6v6 line. Groove tubes gt6l6ge gold series medium output power tubes. Here is the link to the musicains friend listing for the sterling audio st66. 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.
You will need a free hifi manuals account to be able. Most amp manufacturers bias their amps for tubes in the medium range and replacement of stock tubes frequently do not require rebiasing if mediums are. The groove tubes line of microphones is exclusively distributed worldwide by maudio formerly midiman, with the only exception being the model 55 and model 66 that are sold exclusively through guitar center stores in the usa market. Quite simply the best 9pin triode preamp tubes you can buy specifically designed and tested for musical instrument amplification and standard equipment on fender amps. Thank you for your purchase of a highquality groove tubes. Groove tubes legacy mic owners manuals gt44 owners manual.
How to download groove3 tutorials to playback at anytime you like, even when your membership is no longer active. Gold series gt 12at7 preamp tube the groove tubes gt 12at7 preamp tube is manufactured to the highest quality jan spec. Sold as single tubes, matched duets, quartets and sextets. Russian made, these tubes are the same as stock 5881 power tubes, but theyre specially matched by groove tubes, resulting in a better sound and. Groove tubes gt6550r medium power amplifier tube, matched. Get the guaranteed best price on power tubes like the groove tubes gold series gtkt66c matched power tubes at musicians friend. Sterling audio st66 condenser mic groove tubes gt66. Groove tubes gt6l6ge pentode this is our flagship gt tube, the one we spent nearly 4 years developing from scratch after purchasing the original general electric design, the original rca grid winding machines that made this tube, and tons of the original materials. How to download groove3 online access videos bigasoft.
This fascination led to aspen and a team of technical experts to reevaluate the way tubes were tested and matched. Kt66 has been used in high end audio amps in europe, as well as in the legendary marshall bluesbreaker combo amps in the 196070s. That brings the song total for itg pcmac to 6, and all owners of itg pcmac can download it for free. Groove tubes power tubes are matched and rated in low, medium and high output levels.
Some say great while others say they are mediocre at best. This is a great multipattern large condenser tube microphone, and in good condition. Mark ewing the gt66 is a chunky microphone with a matt nickel finish it weighs about 530g and measures 47mm in diameter and 190mm in length. I was told by guitar center that the sterling audio st66 condenser mic is equivalent to the groove tubes gt66 and that the mics are made by the same mfr aspen pittman. Super nice tube condenser mic warm as mississippi in june. Ive just finished building a head shell for my old groove tubes stpg preamp and fancied doing a little video of it in. Home the forums so much gear, so little time groove tubes gt66 mod gearslutz is partsupported by our visitors. Big bottom, very dynamic, most powerful in its class. Groove tubes kt88sv quad new exclusive gt design with special heat wings attached to plate for more power, longer life, and better tone.
These are a very sturdy and reliable tube, with slightly less power and a more aggressive edge when pushed into distortion. In general, kt66s tends to have a bit warmer sound with more low end. Groove tubes gold series gte34ls matched power tubes medium. The gt66 is a largediaphragm tube condenser, with a fixed cardioid polar pattern. Groove tubes gt67 studio tube condenser microphone alto music. Tubes free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Shop for the groove tubes gold series gte34ls matched power tubes in medium 47 gt rating quartet and receive free shipping and guaranteed lowest price. I thought the ntk is a hollower sound, where the gt66 is rounder and more pleasing for my vocals.
Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. Groove tubes gold series gt6l6rdm russian matched power. Tubes like a lot of things to do with the perception of tone or sound is totally subjective. The ge is a faithful reproduction of the original clear top 6l6. Gt is financially involved with the jj factory and the main tube factory in china. Gt 6l6rdm medium these groove tubes gold series gt 6l6r matched power tubes are russian made, same as the 5881, but matched in the gt system. Groove tubes are awesome, and since the base jj tube has excellent characteristics, but can need to be selected for best quality, i am happy that groove tubes tested the tube before it got to me. I find it easier to eq, not as bright as the ntk, but im able to brighten it to taste and achieve a more satisfying sound than by boosting mids on the ntk. Groove tubes manuals, schematics and brochures hifi manuals. The flagship of the gt 6l6 line, it looks and sounds exactly like the original g. These are the tubes that are used by fender in amps.
Wtf, if i dont like it i can always sell it for the same or if not, only lose maybe a few bucks on it. Tooling was specifically designed by groove tubes for some of these tubes. Enjoy the lowest prices and best selection of groove tubes microphones at guitar center. Groove tubes gt6v6r medium power amplifier tube, matched. I love this teslaequipment, carpathian mountainbuilt tube. When you buy products through links across our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. All kind of a moot point now because fender bought out groove tubes. It used a subminiature gt6205m tube, which we believe was a pentode, wired as a triode in a class a circuit. Gt66 tube condenser microphone gt66 specifications preamp topology low noise tube based class a design tube type seleted lownoise gt6205musa polar pattern fixed cardioid high pass filter switchable 75hz,12dboctave attenuation pad switchable 10db frequency response 20hz 20khz equivalent noise 23db spl a. It is a good choice for those who are considering 6l6 upgrades. Jan 01, 2003 groove tubes gt55 and gt66 microphones.
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