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Amperex 6DJ8 / ECC88 Bugle Boy

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Price:
$110.00
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( 1 product review )
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Product Description

Amperex Bugle Boy 6DJ8/ECC88 - Ohhh baby! I don't think I have to tell you guys much about this one. These are the real deal. 1960's vintage NOS complete with Bugle Boy logo. You know these are one of the most sought after 6DJ8 types ever made.  I paid top dollar flor thes as they are so nice, so they're priced accordingly.

Made in the Philips Holland factory, and have that same family sound: Liquid smooth, but slightly up-front mids, nice airy top end. Holographic 3D soundstage. For more info on the Philips Holland factory, click here.

A Quick note about Bugle Boy 6DJ8s: These tubes, by nature, are pretty sensitive to vibration, This means if you want to use these in a preamp or phonostage, you may hear a slight "TING!" through your speakers when you flip switches or tap the preamp... so don't wig out.

These tubes, as well as the Amperex 6922, don't hold up in the Audible Illusions L1, L2, or Modulus 3.

Please call or email before ordering to confirm availability as these are in very limited supply.

Platinum grade - The best of the best. Lowest noise and microphony with the tightest triode balance we have available. This is typically 10% or tighter, but may be higher depending on available stock.

Gold grade - Low noise and microphonics with a triode balance typically between 15% and 20%, but may be higher depending on available stock.

Driver grade - Lowest noise but not the lowest in microphony. Triode balance will be similar to Gold grade.
This grade is only suitable for use in the driver stage of an amplifier, or the output/buffer stage of a DAC or CD Player.

If you have a preamp or phonostage, you need at least Gold grade.

Click here for a more in depth discussion on how we grade tubes.

Price includes matching in any quantity you need at no extra charge.

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Product Reviews

  1. Very Clean and Accurate and Upfront

    Posted by Chuck

    This is a very transparent tube with a nice soundstage that puts you in the front row of the concert hall. It is a very accurate tube across the audio spectrum in its presentation but is very much up front. I hate giving all these tubes five stars but they really are all very nice it just depends on what you are looking for.

Warranty Information

Vacuum tubes are warranted for 90 days against defects, except in cases of abuse, and replaced with like-item only.

  • Tubes being sent in for warranty must have a return authorization number from Upscale Audio. This RA number must be written on the outside of the box. Please also include a note in the box that has your name and telephone number, and please explain the issues with the tube. If this information is missing it will delay the shipment of your replacement tube.
  • Vacuum tubes being sent to Upscale Audio for warranty replacement must be shipped in a box with appropriate packaging to keep them from being damaged. Vacuum tubes returned to Upscale Audio using inadequate packing will have a voided warranty and will be refused at the customer's expense.


Exceptions to our warranty policy are as follows:

  • Upscale Audio reserves the right to refuse warranty at our disgretion based on the equipment being re-tubed. You will be notified of any change prior to your order being processed.
  • Using a tube in an application in which it was not meant to be used. If your amp calls for a 6550, and you decide you want to plug in a 6V6GT, Upscale Audio is not liable if the tube fails, and will not honor any warranty in such a situation.

Upscale Audio is not liable for any damage or injury caused by the improper use of its tubes or the use of an incorrect/incompatible tube type. If you are unsure of what tube or tubes your equipment uses, consult the manufacturer before making a purchase. Using an incompatible tube type may cause severe damage to your equipment and will void your tube's warranty.

vacuum tube returns for refund:

Vacuum tubes are electronic parts and are not refundable under any circumstances.

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