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The Golden Dragon E83CC-0 is a premium, low-microphonics dual-triode vacuum tube (valve) designed for high-fidelity audio preamplifiers, equivalent to the 12AX7A or ECC83. It is known for its full, musical sound and low noise characteristics.
Sonic Character
- The E83CC-01 delivers a full and musical sound. Reviewers and sellers describe the sound as having wonderfully accurate highs, lush midrange, and deep, authoritative bass, making it suitable for audiophiles seeking enhanced audio fidelity.
Low Noise & Microphonics
- A primary design goal for this tube was low noise performance. It features extra micas and solid construction, developed to the British 'Trustworthy' standard, to effectively eliminate unwanted mechanical noise (microphony).
Compatibility
- The Golden Dragon E83CC-01 is a direct equivalent and substitute for other common high-mu dual-triode preamp tubes:
- 12AX7 / 12AX7A (American designation)
- ECC83 (European/British designation)
- 7025 (Premium/industrial grade designation)
It is widely approved for use in all amplifiers originally designed for these tube types.
Golden Dragon E83CC-01 Vacuum Tube
Construction
- The tube is manufactured in China to strict UK specifications and often features gold pins for improved connection reliability.
Performance
- The Golden Dragon E83CC-01 offers high gain and superb linearity, making it a reliable choice for input amplification in both vintage and modern audio amplifiers.
Selection
- Units are often computer-selected, graded, and matched into pairs based on transconductance (gm) after a 48-hour burn-in period to ensure consistent performance and reliability.