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12AX7LPS Vacuum Tube (Original Version)

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  • 9 pin miniature preamp tube (Amplification Factor = 100)
  • This Russian tube is full bodied and well balanced
  • It has a high gain with a very smooth presentation
  • In overdrive, it is not quite as defined as the 12AX7-S-JJ, but it offers more crunchy fizz
  • For more information about our 12AX7 tubes, see our tech corner article on 12AX

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9 pin miniature preamp tube (Amplification Factor = 100). This Russian tube is full bodied and well balanced. It has a high gain with a very smooth presentation. In overdrive, it is not quite as defined as the 12AX7-S-JJ, but it offers more crunchy fizz. For more information about our 12AX7 tubes, see our tech corner article on 12AX7s.

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4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers like the sound quality, quality and value of the tube. For example, they mention it sounds very good, it has an incredible tone, it's an excellent 12AX7 tube and it'll work for any tube amp. That said, they appreciate the durability, gain and clarity. That being said, most are happy with clarity, and performance.

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42 customers mention38 positive4 negative

Customers are satisfied with the sound quality of the tubes. They say that they sound very good when compared to other tubes in the same spot, have incredible tone, tight bass, and articulate drive. They also mention that the tubes make their amp louder with more articulate drive, and have a big difference in the sound stage and transparency. They appreciate the clean sound, and the low noise level. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and value of these tubes.

"...The LPS stand for long plate/spiral filament. A spiral filament will decrease hum considerably which is very important in home stereo's, especially..." Read more

"...I have heard sounds where I've heard none before. Strings seem that much more rich and warm, and it sounds like a string should, with reverberation..." Read more

"...is (1) overall much less mushy, (2) tighter in the lows, (3) less harsh in the highs, and (4) usable range in the mids...." Read more

"...This and the Mullard both sound great and break up very well but I haven't decided which I like the best so far...." Read more

27 customers mention23 positive4 negative

Customers like the quality of the tube. They say it's a very good tube, an excellent 12AX7 tube, and a great all-around tube. Some say it works well for them and is an exceptional choice for tube-equipped home stereos. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and performance of this tube.

"...Words from another tube user - The 12AX7LPS is a great tube and an exceptional choice for tube equipped home stereo systems...." Read more

"These are really good sounding tubes. Great replacement for lower quality ones (mostly Chinese made) that sometimes come in cheaper tube amps..." Read more

"Arrived safely, working fine, keep it up!" Read more

"...tubes with the 12AX7LPS tubes since they were pretty cheap and well reviewed...." Read more

10 customers mention8 positive2 negative

Customers like the durability of the tube. They say it's very durable, and can take a beating.

"...Another thing worth noting is the improved sustain which makes the clean very 3Dish and lush...." Read more

"...If you can't afford the old RCA's give these a whirl, they are tough, sound great and are pretty cheap...." Read more

"...The upper bass and lower midrange are more clear, pronounced, and stronger but still blend well with the rest of the music, and the separation of..." Read more

"...Hold its shape. turn up the bass and its sounds like a mesa boogie 12ax7 but not overly fat like the boogie." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the tubes. They say it's a great product for the price.

"...this tube to anyone looking to improve preamp sound quality at a great price. I'm sure you won't be disappointed." Read more

"...old RCA's give these a whirl, they are tough, sound great and are pretty cheap...." Read more

"...JCA20H Chinese made tubes with the 12AX7LPS tubes since they were pretty cheap and well reviewed...." Read more

"...My amp is louder with more articulate drive. Great value for the money. The longer plate simply can take more electricity...." Read more

7 customers mention7 positive0 negative

Customers like the gain of the tube. They mention that it provides a perfect amount of gain, while still keeping a musical tone. They also say that the longer plate filament provides high gain, a warm yet articulate treble response, and that it can take more electricity.

"...The difference is that the LPS has a longer plate structure than some other tubes. The bigger the plate structure the more chance for microphonics...." Read more

"...I also get more gain and breakdown while keeping a "musical" tone that I like...." Read more

"Phenomenal tube in the V1 spot. The long plate filament provides high gain, a warm yet articulate treble response, beautifully rich overdrive, and..." Read more

"...Great value for the money. The longer plate simply can take more electricity. Read about it first before buying." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the tube. They mention that the upper bass and lower midrange are more clear, pronounced, and stronger. They also appreciate the nuanced and clear harmonics, as well as the nice tone quality and good note separation.

"...I really notice a difference in the overall clarity. I think this tube is very clear and not mushy on open chords...." Read more

"...The upper bass and lower midrange are more clear, pronounced, and stronger but still blend well with the rest of the music, and the separation of..." Read more

"...What does matter is the nice tone quality I get from these tubes. I also get more gain and breakdown while keeping a "musical" tone that I like...." Read more

"...Bass and low-mid response is articulate and tight; harmonics are nuanced and clear...." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the performance of the tube. They mention that it works particularly well in their Fender Blues Jr. tweed and Rivera combo amp, and is happy with the results. Some customers also mention that the tube has no problems after running for 5 months or so.

"Arrived safely, working fine, keep it up!" Read more

"...This tube works particularly well in my Fender Blues Jr. tweed and I think it is far superior to Groove Tube, Mullard, or Tung-Sol alternatives...." Read more

"...for the phase inverter slot in a Rivera combo amp and I am happy with the results...." Read more

"Plugged into a Fender Super Champ X2 combo ampWorks just fine and no problems after running 5 months or so. Have tube damping rings on it." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers like the break up of the pickup. They say it sounds great and breaks up very well. Some say the pickup is great for blues and 80's rock.

"...This and the Mullard both sound great and break up very well but I haven't decided which I like the best so far...." Read more

"...Open and musical, 3-dimensional and breakup gets big and fat with gain behind it. This tube does that glassy scooped American sound in spades...." Read more

"Great for blues and breaks up well for some 80's rock in my 5 watt amp with my Mexican tele!" Read more

Great tube for the Bellaria VP130 phono preamp
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Great tube for the Bellaria VP130 phono preamp
Replaced the stock Ruby 12AX7 tube in my Bellaria VP-130 with this after reading that my VP-130 was designed for the Sovtek 12AX7LPS but cut costs by putting in the Ruby 12AX7. I noticed a big difference in the sound stage and transparency. My vinyl always sounded a little muted and this tube seems to pull back the curtain. If you have as Bellary VP130 with the stock tube, give this Sovtek a try. You should not be disappointed.
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