A preamp tube famously used in 1950s preamp circuits by Vox. Unlike the more popular 12AX7, which is a twin-triode tube, the EF86 is a pentode tube. This characteristic means that it has more gain than each half of a 12AX7, although a circuit that cascades both sides of a 12AX7 can generate more total gain. In general, the EF86 has a smoother, less glassy tone than a 12AX7.
Related Articles:
1
Reb Beach Interview: “Make Your Own Thing — Don’t Be a Clone of Someone Else”
2
Why Forte3D Instruments Are Innovative
3
Nicole Row Sterling Music Man Session StingRay Demo: Iconic ’90s Character & 5-string Sonic Roots
4
Electro-Voice Evolve G2 Column Speakers Overview
5
MOTU OctaLite USB Audio Interface Overview
6
Dweezil Zappa | On Tour Now — Discover His Sound!
7
Get Your Church’s Wireless Mics Ready for the Busiest Services of the Year
8
Allen & Heath Qu-3 & Qu3-D Overview
Inspiration. Information. Passion.
Being music makers ourselves, we love geeking out on all things gear. From the tweakiest techniques to the biggest ideas, our experts work hard to constantly supply inSync with a steady stream of helpful, in-depth demos, reviews, how-tos, news, and interviews. With over 28,000 articles and counting, inSync is your FREE resource for breaking news, reviews, demos, interviews, and more.