I had no Idea that one had to/could swap tubes that way😅 I always thought that tube amps were devices like other dac-amps that came with pre-installed 'tubes' and sounded somewhat different..
I recently tried the 6SN7 select in the Schiit LRY3 and it was a definite improvement over the Stock Tube Schiit included with the LYR3. I have the Ray 6SN7 Reserve coming from Apos which costs 3X as much. Fingers crossed it turns the LRY3 into an amp that sounds like it cost over$1K
@@danisold Both the Ray Select and Reserve are better sounding than the LYR3 Stock tube. But the Reserve really brings the better Clarity, Bass punches harder, better midrange. It's a nice upgrade tube if you have the money. I'm not a Tube Roller. This was my first time and probably the last. But I can recommend both of the Ray 6SN7 Select and Reserve as an upgrade over the stock tube for the LYR3 and LYR+ PS- You need a Socket saver for Both the LYR3 and LYR+ with these Ray 6SN7 Tubes
I heard about tubes a while ago but never really gave it a serious thought until I saw your review today. Also, I think you are the first in my list of UA-cam audiophiles I follow that I've seen with a tube review. I am curious though, since the sound signature is a bit warm (given the natural presentation of tubes) if there are any recommendations you might have when driving your speakers/headphones/IEMs to not tip the scales and make the presentation "too warm" in the audio chain (i.e. DAC type, interconnect cable type, and headphone/IEM cable type, etc.). 🤔
Tubes are fun to experiment with as they can create different experiences with your DAC, headphones, IEM and speakers. Depending on what you're seeking a tube can be the difference maker or breaker. I prefer DAC or sources that are neutral and natural without adding extra flavor so that when using a tube amp the tubes can be what adds that little extra flavor or enhancement. It's an experiment to find the synergy and a sound that messes/mashes with you.
@thehonestaudiophile Very cool, thanks for the review. Quite interested in this tube- but also interested in the tubes you had here, particularly the Psvanes. Would you know which specific ones they are? Thanks!
@@ceylonmooney I recommend you ask Apos and Ray Tubes directly. I don't work for either of them and I don't have the answers you're seeking. As I clearly stated in the video I have limited experience with tubes and I'm just stating my opinion about my experience with the tube on my gear. Thanks, have a great day!
@ceylonmooney You should contact both Apos and Ray Tubes directly and continue your investigation. I have told you everything I know. Obviously you're way more interested in this than I am. I recommend you contact both Apos and Ray, get the answer for yourself. Have a great day.
I've been told by Apos that they're separate entities. If you want the answers you seek, contact Apos and Ray Tubes directly. I AM DONE WITH THIS CONVERSATION!!!
Greate review. Thank you so much!
Glad you enjoyed it!
I had no Idea that one had to/could swap tubes that way😅
I always thought that tube amps were devices like other dac-amps that came with pre-installed 'tubes' and sounded somewhat different..
They do come installed with stock tubes but part of the enjoyment is swapping the tubes and finding pairings.
@@TheHonestAudiophile I've learned that today!
Although I can't fathom the underlying technology..
I guess I'll look it up!
I recently tried the 6SN7 select in the Schiit LRY3 and it was a definite improvement over the Stock Tube Schiit included with the LYR3. I have the Ray 6SN7 Reserve coming from Apos which costs 3X as much. Fingers crossed it turns the LRY3 into an amp that sounds like it cost over$1K
Awesomeness 😎 Look forward to hearing your impressions of the Reserve.
Was the reserve worth the upgrade?
@@danisold Both the Ray Select and Reserve are better sounding than the LYR3 Stock tube. But the Reserve really brings the better Clarity, Bass punches harder, better midrange. It's a nice upgrade tube if you have the money. I'm not a Tube Roller. This was my first time and probably the last. But I can recommend both of the Ray 6SN7 Select and Reserve as an upgrade over the stock tube for the LYR3 and LYR+
PS- You need a Socket saver for Both the LYR3 and LYR+ with these Ray 6SN7 Tubes
@@JTB-- thank you for the info!
I heard about tubes a while ago but never really gave it a serious thought until I saw your review today. Also, I think you are the first in my list of UA-cam audiophiles I follow that I've seen with a tube review. I am curious though, since the sound signature is a bit warm (given the natural presentation of tubes) if there are any recommendations you might have when driving your speakers/headphones/IEMs to not tip the scales and make the presentation "too warm" in the audio chain (i.e. DAC type, interconnect cable type, and headphone/IEM cable type, etc.). 🤔
Tubes are fun to experiment with as they can create different experiences with your DAC, headphones, IEM and speakers. Depending on what you're seeking a tube can be the difference maker or breaker. I prefer DAC or sources that are neutral and natural without adding extra flavor so that when using a tube amp the tubes can be what adds that little extra flavor or enhancement. It's an experiment to find the synergy and a sound that messes/mashes with you.
@@TheHonestAudiophile Totally makes sense, thanks for the reply Dave! 😎
@infiniteuniverse805 my pleasure, you're welcome
@thehonestaudiophile Very cool, thanks for the review. Quite interested in this tube- but also interested in the tubes you had here, particularly the Psvanes. Would you know which specific ones they are? Thanks!
In the Tor Audio Roger video I talk about the different tubes. Sorry I don't recall each one individually.
@@TheHonestAudiophile great, thanks for that, will check it out. Thanks for the reviews!
@wraftermath my pleasure, you're welcome
The coke bottle shape may make this a problem in tightly spaced tube sockets.
Hi sir. Can you recommend me any IEMs in thi range 40$-60$ which have neutral sound with great details? I am not a basshead lol
Tangzu Wan'er, Tin Hifi T2
@@TheHonestAudiophile is this the Tangzu better than the 7hz Sonus? Thank you sir
Sorry haven't heard 7hz Sonus
Re-branded Chinese tubes no doubt, but if they come close to a Shuguang CV181 Treasure then they have a winner.
Here's the link for the official Ray Tubes, not the Apos version.
raytubes.audio/
You asked who makes the tube for Apos, that's the link.
@@ceylonmooney I recommend you ask Apos and Ray Tubes directly. I don't work for either of them and I don't have the answers you're seeking. As I clearly stated in the video I have limited experience with tubes and I'm just stating my opinion about my experience with the tube on my gear.
Thanks, have a great day!
@ceylonmooney You should contact both Apos and Ray Tubes directly and continue your investigation. I have told you everything I know. Obviously you're way more interested in this than I am. I recommend you contact both Apos and Ray, get the answer for yourself.
Have a great day.
I've been told by Apos that they're separate entities. If you want the answers you seek, contact Apos and Ray Tubes directly. I AM DONE WITH THIS CONVERSATION!!!
We still don't know who makes these.
Ray Tubes is an actual company, here is the link
raytubes.audio/
@@TheHonestAudiophile We don't know what production line these come from. Russia? China? Beuller....
Send Ray Tubes a ques6and ask if it's that important.
tried,not good
Please explain. What tube amp? In what way not good? What headphones?