Whether you are re-tubing a vintage Marshall, a Fender Deluxe, or a high-end Audiophile preamp, the 12AX7 (European designation ECC83) is the industry standard for high-gain, low-noise performance.
At The Valve Store Melbourne, we specialize in providing tested, matched, and reliable valves for musicians and au...
Whether you are re-tubing a vintage Marshall, a Fender Deluxe, or a high-end Audiophile preamp, the 12AX7 (European designation ECC83) is the industry standard for high-gain, low-noise performance.
At The Valve Store Melbourne, we specialize in providing tested, matched, and reliable valves for musicians and audio enthusiasts.
Known for having a high amplification factor (Gain of 100), the 12AX7 is typically found in the "V1" position—the first stage of amplification. This means it has the biggest impact on your overall tone and noise floor. Changing your 12AX7 is the easiest way to upgrade your sound.
We carry the most trusted brands in the industry, available for immediate dispatch:
Tung-Sol: Famous for warm, big tone and low microphonics.
Genalex Gold Lion: The "Gold Standard" for audiophile clarity.
Mullard (Reissue & NOS): Classic British warmth and smooth breakup.
JJ Electronics: Robust, reliable, and great value for working musicians.
Electro-Harmonix & Sovtek: High gain and tight structure.
Looking for a specific flavor or lower noise floor? We stock these popular equivalents:
7025 / ECC83: Low-noise versions preferred for vintage Fender amps.
5751: Lower gain (70%) for more headroom and a cleaner creamy tone.
ECC803S / E83CC: Long-plate versions for rich, detailed sound.
CV4004 / 12AX7WA: Rugged military-grade specifications.
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JJ ELECTRONIC ECC803 Similar to 5751 / ECC83 / 12AX7 / ECC803 / E83CC Chrome pins These feature the longest plate of any current production 12AX7 tube Plates are reinforced with truss rods
JJ ELECTRONIC 5751 Standard pins ~30% Less gain than ECC83 / 12AX7
SOVTEK 12AX7 LPS - IN STOCK Long Plate Spiral filament These bottles are legendary Perfect for guitar and Hi-Fi amps, Sovtek 12AX7's are built tough Found in several amps such as: Fender®, Ampeg, Hartke, SLM, Carvin, Orange, and Trace Elliot,Mesa Boogie, among others Spiral filament can reduce hum, adding to lower noise floor
GENALEX GOLD LION ECC83 12AX7 Nickel pins. PRC manufacture. Twin triode.
MULLARD 12AX7 ECC83 - LONG PLATE These awesome MULLARD ECC83 re-issues are one of our best selling valves. One of the best new production 12AX7 they're well made feature a long plate, low noise and have long life. They sound great too, which is always good! These really shine in phono stages where high gain and low noise are paramount.
SOVTEK 12AX7-WB Perfect for guitar and Hi-Fi amps, these Sovtek 12AX7's are built tough. Found in several amps such as: Fender®, Ampeg, Hartke, SLM, Carvin, Orange, and Trace Elliot, among others. Made in Russia.
JJ ELECTRONIC ECC83MG 12AX7 Medium Gain. Fuller and richer mid range achieved by medium long plate. It provides a milder sound than the regular ECC83. Very low noise and microphonics.
TUNGSOL 5751 Always good to try as a 12AX7 replacement, especially in guitar amps in V1. They can really chill out HiFi setups, too and seem to have more harmonic content than the equivalent 12AX7.
JJ ELECTRONIC JJ 12AX7 / ECC83S Gold Pins Frame grid 12AX7
EHX Gold 12AX7. These are a premium gold pin valve. Excellent dynamics in HiFi amplifiers and clean tone for guitar amplifiers.
TUNG SOL GOLD 5751 New production, Russian. Lower gain than a 12AX7 ECC83, this can be useful for changing tone in a guitar amp or calming down a bright line stage or preamp in a HiFi setup. Have a listen to S.R.V. His tone is in part to this type of bottle.
TUNG SOL 12AX7 ECC803S Gold reissue. High performance 12AX7 - Big, warm, musical tone & great imaging. High Gain, ultra-low microphonics, and superb linearity with a dynamic 3D sound.