Fireblade
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Agreed. I find the output Voltage Regulators also make a tangible difference. For example, A 12AU7 will go nicely with a less dark-sounding OB3 or OC3 than the regular OA3, at the expense of making the sound flatter as we approach the OD3. But, if using 12AT7, the opposite is true, meaning the ideal partner being the OA3. This, because the 12AT7 opens up the sound and creates a less warm sound, whereas the 12AU7, although as detailed, it is much warmer sounding, also highlighting the bass line.
I think finding a synergistic combination of 6V6, input tube type and output Voltage Regulator (OA3 ... OD3) makes the most dramatic effect. IME, OA3 and OB3 are the best bets if one combines them as described, with the input tube type, 12AT7 (or similar) and 12AU7 (or similar), correspondingly.
Not sure about 6L6, 6K6 or any of the many other possibilities in this natural tube-rolling platform, but my guess is it is going to take a lot of rolling and investment to deviate from the originally voiced 6V6. I would stick to good 6V6's and roll about these with the input tube and output Voltage Regulators.
Just my own subjective opinion, of course.
Currently waiting for a package from Brent Jessee with RCA 6V6 GT's, Sylvania OB3's and Amperex Holland 12AU7's ... can't wait!
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