Tube Amp Doctor - 5U4GB Premium - Rectifier Tube
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ℹ Product Information
Tube Amp Doctor 5U4GB Premium - Rectifier Tube
Ignite your sound with the Tube Amp Doctor's 5U4GB Premium - Rectifier Tube, a venerable powerhouse from the rich history of American guitar amplification.
Encased in a straight glass envelope, this rectifier tube pays homage to the vintage USA-made guitar amps that dominated from the golden era of the 1950s to the 1970s. One of its most compelling features is its slow-start function, which thoughtfully safeguards your precious output tubes from damaging high voltage peaks at power on.
Premium Selected Tubes
So, what makes a tube like this achieve Premium Selected status? Our rigorous testing regimen encompasses checks for:
- Plate Current and Amplification
- Low Noise
- Microphonics
- Sonic characteristics
- Shock Resistance
- Listening Tests
- Shorts & Leakage Tests
In reward of passing such stringent quality standards, TAD Premium Selected tubes come with a 6-month guarantee period for the quality benchmarks above.
Features:
Straight Glass Envelope: The Tube Amp Doctor 5U4GB features an authentic straight glass envelope just like the U.S.-made guitar amps from the 1950s to 70s. This delivers a pure and uncompromised signal ideal for guitar amplifiers or other audio equipment.
Slow Start Feature: The 5U4GB is equipped with a slow-start function to prevent damage to your output tubes. This feature safeguards the tube from sudden high voltage peaks during power-on, promoting longevity and secure operation.
Premium Selected: The title is not just a label, but a quality benchmark. Every tube which earns the 'Premium Selected' status undergoes an exhaustive series of tests - Plate Current, Amplification, Low Noise, Microphonics, Sonic characteristics, Shock Tests, repeated Listening Tests, and Shorts & Leakage Tests - to ensure flawless performance.
Rigorous Quality Assurance: Included in our Premium Selected line, the 5U4GB comes with a 6-month guarantee for the quality criteria listed above.
RoHS Compliance: Achieving not only premium sound but also safe and eco-friendly design, the TAD 5U4GB Premium Rectifier Tube is RoHS compliant, meeting stringent international standards for hazardous substances control.
Benefits:
Vintage Sound: By recreating the design of classic U.S. guitar amps, the TAD 5U4GB delivers a unique vintage sound that characterizes the golden era of American guitar amplification.
Protection and Longevity: With its slow-start feature, you can reduce the risk of damaging your valuable output tubes, resulting in longevity and uninterrupted performance.
Enhanced Audio Performance: After passing rigorous testing, our Premium Selected tubes offer superlative audio performance for your amplifiers, enhancing sound quality while keeping a lid on unwanted noise and microphonics.
Assured Quality: By purchasing a Premium Selected tube, you are ensured top-tier quality and performance. The 6-month guarantee further provides peace of mind for your investment.
Eco-Friendly: With RoHS compliance, you are guaranteed a product that is not just high-quality, but also eco-friendly and safe, aligning your musical passion with responsible environmental practice.
Specifications:
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Rectifier Tube |
| Brand | Tube Amp Doctor |
| Model | 5U4GB Premium |
| Quality | Premium Selected |
| Tube Characteristics | Straight glass envelope tube with slow start feature |
| Popular Usage | Widely used in U.S-made guitar amps from the 1950s to the 70s |
| Premium Selected Criteria | Tubes pass Plate Current (PC), Amplification (TC), Low Noise Test, Microphonic Test, Sonic Tests, Shock Tests, Listening Tests, Shorts & Leakage Tests |
| Special Features | Slow start feature, protecting output tubes from high voltage peaks during power on |
| Quality Assurance | Guaranteed for a period of 6 months for quality criteria mentioned above |
| Compliance | RohS Compliant |
| Extra Protection | Efficient protection for output tubes from high voltage peaks during power on |
| Lifespan | 6 month warranty provided by Tube Amp Doctor |
| Sonic Quality | Premium Selected to ensure optimized output and minimal noise |
| Leakage Test | Passed, ensuring the tube's excellent performance and reliability |
| Shock Test | Passed, marking the tube's robustness and durability |
| Listening Tests | Passed, validating the tube's audio quality |
| Material | Glass |
| Noise Control | Low noise due to passing through strict Noise Control Test |
Timeless and robust in design, the Tube Amp Doctor's 5U4GB Premium - Rectifier Tube stands as a testament to a golden age of audio amplification. Its flawless performance, unrivaled reliability, and aural heritage are guaranteed for a period of six months - a pledge of quality from the Tube Amp Doctor.
Esteemed for their relentless dedication to acoustical precision, Tube Amp Doctor is the audiophile's ally - safeguarding your sound journey with its expert craft. Amplify your sonic experience and breathe new life into your cherished guitar amp with this venerable amp companion.
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Unleash the pure, immersive sound of the Tube Amp Doctor's 5U4GB Premium - Rectifier Tube - the amplification champion of yesteryears, ready to fuse the past and present in a harmonious sound symphony.
ℹ Specifications
| Specification | Description |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Rectifier Tube |
| Brand | Tube Amp Doctor |
| Model | 5U4GB Premium |
| Quality | Premium Selected |
| Tube Characteristics | Straight glass envelope tube with slow start feature |
| Popular Usage | Widely used in U.S-made guitar amps from the 1950s to the 70s |
| Premium Selected Criteria | Tubes pass Plate Current (PC), Amplification (TC), Low Noise Test, Microphonic Test, Sonic Tests, Shock Tests, Listening Tests, Shorts & Leakage Tests |
| Special Features | Slow start feature, protecting output tubes from high voltage peaks during power on |
| Quality Assurance | Guaranteed for a period of 6 months for quality criteria mentioned above |
| Compliance | RohS Compliant |
| Extra Protection | Efficient protection for output tubes from high voltage peaks during power on |
| Lifespan | 6 month warranty provided by Tube Amp Doctor |
| Sonic Quality | Premium Selected to ensure optimized output and minimal noise |
| Leakage Test | Passed, ensuring the tube's excellent performance and reliability |
| Shock Test | Passed, marking the tube's robustness and durability |
| Listening Tests | Passed, validating the tube's audio quality |
| Material | Glass |
| Noise Control | Low noise due to passing through strict Noise Control Test |
