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ℹ Product Information
Tube Amp Doctor 12AX7WA Premium Preamplifier Tube
Indulge in extraordinary sonic richness with the Tube Amp Doctor's 12AX7WA Premium - a preamplifier tube with an unmatched performance capacity. This meticulously crafted tube sets the gold standard maximum gain with diminished noise. It is a stand-out for its soft high tones and edgy, dominant mids, offering a delightfully balanced output, timeless in character, yet crisp in delivery.
Ideal for Fender amps, and perfect for those grappling with microphonic issues, it strives to maintain the unique, original tone of your amplifier. Each premium selected tube undergoes rigorous quality control, encompassing a wide range of tests from Sonic and Shock tests to Listening tests and Balanced Output tests, proving the prowess of its hushed operation and remarkable gain. The matching method, though technically sophisticated, brilliantly enables identical gain across four characteristically identical systems - a feature we vehemently recommend for hi-fi systems.
As a TAD Premium Selected/Highgrade tube, you enjoy a solid quality assurance for 6 months on the demonstrated quality criteria. Compliant with the RoHS, the 12AX7WA boasts of an admirable array of specifications. Its diligent electrical construct features an indirect heating method with a manageable cathode-to-heater potential. Measuring impressively compact in dimensions and an approximate weight of just 14g, it remains cooling-efficient. As a power amplifier, it maintains maximum ratings while ensuring an optimal bulb temperature of 96 degrees Celsius. Let this true workhorse unleash the music lover in you, as you experience the sound that resonates.
Features:
- High sonic quality: The 12AX7WA Premium was crafted with the music lover in mind, offering a rare blend of soft high tones and edgy, dominant mids that are perfect for a wide variety of music genres.
- Low noise levels: Not only does it produce an excellent sound, but it also boasts an impressively low noise level. This makes it ideal for creating an immersive, interruption-free musical ambiance.
- Premium Selection: All tubes branded as 'Premium Selected' have passed a series of strict quality controls and tests to ensure top performance. This gives you the added confidence when choosing this product that it's a top-quality, highly reliable pick.
- Energy-efficient design: The tube is engineered with a unique heating method, offering considerable cathode-to-heater potential, meaning it's efficient and conserves energy.
- Compact and lightweight: It's constructed to be small and light for your convenience, weighing in at around 14g and measuring a compact 57mm in height, 50mm in seated height, and 22.6mm in diameter, making it a perfect fit for your audio system.
Benefits:
- Enhance your musical experience: The perfect combination of soft highs and edgy mids produced by this tube will enhance your musical experience, making it richer, fuller, and more vibrant.
- Improve your amplifier performance: Its unique ability to effectively deal with microphonic issues keeps your amplifier performing optimally without compromising on its original tone.
- Invest with confidence: Our rigorous testing and quality control processes ensure you're investing in a dependable, top-performing product that's guaranteed for six months.
- Energy-efficiency: With the 12AX7WA's thoughtful electricity saving-designed features, you can enjoy your music without worrying about high energy bills.
- Easy installation and replacement: Its compact and lightweight design means you can easily replace this tube or carry out installations yourself, providing a fuss-free solution to your audio needs.
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Sound Quality | Very low noise, soft highs, edgy with dominant mids |
| Gain | Slightly less than a regular 12AX7 |
| Use Case | Ideal for amps with microphonic issues, maintaining original tone |
| Quality Assurance | All tubes pass Low Noise Test, Microphonic Test, Gain Test, Sonic Tests, Shock Tests, Listening Tests, Balanced Output Test |
| Matching | Pairing produces identical gain, recommended for hi-fi systems |
| Warranty | TAD Premium Selected/Highgrade tubes are guaranteed for 6 months |
| Compliance | RohS Compliant |
| Electrical Properties | Heater Voltage (AC or DC) - 12.6V +/- 1.0 (Series), 6.3 +/- 0.5 (Parallel) Current - 0.18(Series), 0.36 (Parallel) Heating - Indirect Cathode-to-heater potential, max - 100V |
| Inter-Electrode Capacitances | Grid to plate - 2.2pF, Grid to cathode - 2.1pF, Grid to heater - 1.4pF, Plate to cathode - 0.5pF |
| Mechanical Properties | Operating position - Any Base - E9-1, small button 9-pin Dimensions - 57mm(height), 50mm(seated height), 22.6mm(diameter) Cooling - Conventional Approximate net weight - 14g |
| Maximum Ratings (AF Power Amplifier) | DC plate voltage - 300V Positive DC grid voltage - 0V Negative DC grid voltage - -55V DC cathode current - 10mA Plate dissipation - 1.0W Bulb temperature (surface hottest point) - 96 degrees Celsius |
Dive into the world of peerless audio technology with the Tube Amp Doctor's 12AX7WA Premium Preamplifier Tube. Quality, power, and cutting-edge design come together in this compact, cooling-efficient marvel of auditory brilliance. Our premium product brings forth an exceptional audio experience, carefully controlled and accurately represented across all tonal spectrums, unearthing the true richness of your music while preserving your amplifier's unique voice. Backed by our six-month quality assurance and providing unmatched attention to regulated temperature and gain, you can trust this tube to deliver consistent performance that stands tall in the realm of hi-fi sound systems. Purchase the 12AX7WA at Australia's #1 Hi-Fi Store - The Audio Tailor, and immerse yourself in the pure audioescape, reflecting exceptional clarity, depth, and balance. Contact us via phone at 1300 308 711 or email at sales@theaudiotailor.com.au to stake your claim on this hi-tech representation of auditory finesse. Experience the zenith of sound dynamics, attain the pinnacle of the auditory realm, and indulge in the timeless charm of Tube Amp Doctor's 12AX7WA Premium - where music meets perfection.
ℹ Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Sound Quality | Very low noise, soft highs, edgy with dominant mids |
| Gain | Slightly less than a regular 12AX7 |
| Use Case | Ideal for amps with microphonic issues, maintaining original tone |
| Quality Assurance | All tubes pass Low Noise Test, Microphonic Test, Gain Test, Sonic Tests, Shock Tests, Listening Tests, Balanced Output Test |
| Matching | Pairing produces identical gain, recommended for hi-fi systems |
| Warranty | TAD Premium Selected/Highgrade tubes are guaranteed for 6 months |
| Compliance | RohS Compliant |
| Electrical Properties | Heater Voltage (AC or DC) - 12.6V +/- 1.0 (Series), 6.3 +/- 0.5 (Parallel) Current - 0.18(Series), 0.36 (Parallel) Heating - Indirect Cathode-to-heater potential, max - 100V |
| Inter-Electrode Capacitances | Grid to plate - 2.2pF, Grid to cathode - 2.1pF, Grid to heater - 1.4pF, Plate to cathode - 0.5pF |
| Mechanical Properties | Operating position - Any Base - E9-1, small button 9-pin Dimensions - 57mm(height), 50mm(seated height), 22.6mm(diameter) Cooling - Conventional Approximate net weight - 14g |
| Maximum Ratings (AF Power Amplifier) | DC plate voltage - 300V Positive DC grid voltage - 0V Negative DC grid voltage - -55V DC cathode current - 10mA Plate dissipation - 1.0W Bulb temperature (surface hottest point) - 96 degrees Celsius |
