TELEFUNKEN Debuting Black Diamond Tube Series At Summer NAMM
Late 1940’s the German-made TELEFUNKEN 12AX7 tube debuted – arguably one of the most esteemed components in the recording industry. Thanks in large part to the tube factor.
TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik is well aware of this and to stay true to their original ambitions, TELEFUNKEN is continuing with production of tubes that harken to their roots, with a sprinkle of modern tech.
Their latest tube infusion is the Black Diamond series. One of which is considered the modern version of the aforementioned 12AX7, originally developed in 1947. The unique treatment process involved in the Black Diamond Tubes ensures a harmonic-rich tone with an extended life-span.
All Seven Black Diamond Tubes from TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik are available now, ranging from MSRP $19 – $76 each. They will be on display for the first time at Summer NAMM, taking place July 17-19 in Nashville. Here are details of the series from TELEFUNKEN:
Black Diamond Series Vacuum Tubes
TELEFUNKEN vacuum tubes have been the benchmark of excellence in all audio applications, both production and reproduction, for many decades. This rich history continues with the introduction of new production tubes from TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik, in partnership with JJ Tubes from the Carpathian Mountains of Cadca in Slovakia.
Each tube is meticulously measured for all critical parameters of performance including transconductance, gain, noise, and microphonics. All TELEFUNKEN branded tubes are hand picked to be the best examples of Eastern European construction in the proud tradition with which the name TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik has become synonymous.
In addition to the rigorous testing procedure, all new production TELEFUNKEN tubes are cryogenically treated to ensure durability, and subjected to an extended burn-in period to ensure superior stability. The tubes are re-measured subsequent to burn-in in order to guarantee that only the best, lowest noise tubes are offered for purchase through your TELEFUNKEN Elektroakustik reseller.
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