Ray Vacuum Tube – 6SL7 Select

Ray Vacuum Tube – 6SL7 Select

Price range: $169.00 through $849.00

SKU R6SL7S Category Tags , , ,
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Weight 20 kg
Dimensions 12 × 8 × 20 cm
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Single, Matched Pair, Matched Quad

The 6SL7 is a high-mu variant of the more common 6SN7. Like many tubes, it was used extensively for
military purposes during World War II, but slowly fell out of use in the following decades. Starting in the
1970s, renewed interest in Japanese tube audio eventually led to a resurgence in 6SL7 popularity. The Ray Tubes SELECT Collection offers the best tubes youʼll ever need. It goes above and beyond the baseline to bring out the best in all your favourites.

The SELECT 6SL7 delivers a refined and engaging sonic character that faithfully captures the essence of the classic 6SL7 sound while offering modern improvements in clarity and balance. Ideal for preamp stages, vocal-focused systems, or high-fidelity tube setups.

  • The bass is more relaxed than comparable tubes, with good definition, control, and articulation contributing to a cohesive soundstage.
  • Midrange frequencies are the standout strength, offering a balanced tonal density. Captures the nuances of vocals, violins, and cellos, while striking a pleasing balance between warmth and detail.
  • The treble performance is spacious and non-fatiguing, with a gently rounded top-end. Ideal for systems prioritizing musicality and comfort

The Ray Tubes SELECT Collection offers the best tubes youʼll ever need. It goes above and beyond the baseline to bring out the best in all your favourites.

  • Designed and manufactured by a team with decades of experience
  • Hand-selected by engineers—only the top tubes make the cut
  • Substantially more consistent performance than New Old Stock
  • Unlike NOS and most other new production, covered by the Ray Tubes One Year Warranty

Books have been written about the countless ways vacuum tubes can and do fail. With most manufacturers, and all New Old Stock, a tube failure leaves the user high and dry. Ray Tubes is different. All Ray Tubes products are backed by the Ray Tubes One Year Warranty, which covers manufacturing defects for twelve months from the date of purchase.

Specifications

Specs

  • Tube Type: 6SL7
  • Tube Socket: 8-pin
  • Filament (Heater) Ratings
    • Filament Voltage: 6.3V
    • Filament Current: 0.3A
  • Maximum Ratings (per triode)
    • Plate Voltage: 300 V
    • Grid Voltage: 0 V
    • Plate Dissipation: 1 W
    • Heater-to-Cathode Voltage: ±90 V
  • Static Characteristics (under typical conditions)
    • Plate Voltage: 250 V
    • Grid Voltage: –2 V
    • Plate Current: 2.3 mA
    • Transconductance: 1.6 mA/V
    • Plate Resistance: 44 kΩ
    • Amplification Factor: 70

Compatible Amps

Please refer to this link: Tube Compatibility List (raytubes.audio)

What’s included

  • Set of four, two or single vacuum tube
  • User handbook featuring burn-in guidelines
  • Certificate of authenticity and warranty

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