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Tung-Sol KT120

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$44.95
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Product Description

Tung-Sol KT120 - Super cool KT88 variant made by New Sensor in Russia. This tube is a drop-in replacement for KT88s... no special re-wiring required! The KT120 is rated to have a plate dissipation of 60W... compared with the 35W of the 6550, the 42W of the KT88, that's a lot of juice!

The KT120 also draws more current from your amp's output transformer(s).  Before you buy them, check with your amp's manufacturer to make sure you've got enough headroom.

One quick note: The KT120 is about 1/2" taller than a typical KT88, so if your KT88s are already a tight squeeze in your equipment, you may want to measure to make sure you have enough clearance before placing an order. If you have a PrimaLuna or Mystere amp, you have to keep the tube cage off to use these.

As the distributor for PrimaLuna and Mystere amplifiers, we do not recommend this tube.

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

ATTENTION! We are no longer re-tubing Audio Research VT100 amplifiers. Mk1, Mk2, Mk3... doesn't matter... no exceptions.

All power tubes are Platinum Screened & Tested to the highest standards, including a 72-hour burn in process, and testing at real-world voltages.

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  1. An excellent choice

    Posted by Joe

    Even response along the frequency range with an extended top that’s not bright. Soundstage is very good. I didn’t find them to be obviously more powerful, however, there’s an effortlessness to their sound with a wide dynamic range that maybe tells the real story. Among current production tubes the Tung-Sol Reissue 6550s are among my favorites and to that small group I’d have to add these KT-120s. I’d purchase them again. (This review is based on listening to eight of them in a conrad-johnson Premier 140 amplifier over QUAD ESL-989 speakers.)

CRYOGENICALLY TREATED VACUUM TUBES. DONE TO UPSCALE AUDIO STANDARDS!

cryotubessmall.jpgMost of you already know that Upscale Audio is the premier destination for expertise and availability of vacuum tubes for high-end audio equipment. So when we offer servies and options, you can be guaranteed that it represents a significant investment of research and capital, and that the end result will greatly enhance your listening experience.

Upscale has contracted with the foremost company involved in this technology, 300 Below, to treat our most popular tubes.  Other tubes will be added as time allows, but it is a time consuming proccess.  Our intention is to have most stocks Cryogenically treated before we even test them.  

 

Of course, your first question is – and should be – why?  In a nutshell, reducing an object’s temperature to -300ºF re-arranges its molecular structure, creating greater uniformity that results in longer life and better performance than when the product was initially designed.With vacuum tubes, this process has a profound impact on a tube’s ability to endure thermal shock. Therefore, tubes can last longer and their sound can been enhanced in ways that are simply exquisite.

After thoughtful and thorough research, Upscale Audio chose 300 Below because of their extensive experience in working with musical instruments as well as auto racing, metal tooling, and high-end sporting goods from rifle barrels to golf clubs.  Expect nothing but the best from Upscale Audio.

Our charge for Cryogenically treating tubes is a fraction of what others charge, though we use the premier company.  Count on Upscale to do the best job and not price gouge .  Also available is cryogenic treatment for cables, along with our well-known Nordost Vidar cable treatment system.  Call for details. Pricing is listed on each tube and cable page. 

Warranty Information

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

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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