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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GENALEX GOLD LION 12AX7 ECC83 REISSUE. Long plate - Gold pins made in Russia Sensible replacement for all E83CC, 12AX7, ECC83, CV4004, B759 valve types. Very dynamic powerful soundstage with low distortion and excellent imaging Phono Stage upgrade.
GENALEX GOLD LION CV4004 ECC83 12AX7 PREMIUM GOLD PIN FRESH STOCK MADE IN RUSSIA
IN STOCK PHILIPS 5751 GENUINE NEW OLD STOCK U.S Military Perfect for guitar and Hi Fi amplifiers. Get the S.R.V tone in your Fender with these excellent bottles Lower gain than a 12AX7, this can be useful for changing tone in a guitar amp or calming down a bright line stage or preamp in a HiFi setup
JJ ELECTRONIC 12DW7 ECC832 TWIN TRIODE, DISSIMILAR. Heater 12.6 volts at .15 amps or 6.3 volts at .3 amps. Two different triode systems equivalent to one half 12AX7 and one half 12AU7. Intended as preamplifier and driver or phase splitter in audio amplifiers.
JJ ELECTRONIC ECC823 TWIN TRIODE, DISSIMILAR. Heater 12.6 volts at .15 amps or 6.3 volts at .3 amps.Two different triode systems equivalent to one half 12AX7 and one half 12AU7. In the ECC823, Section 1 of the tube (pins 6, 7, and 8) is the low gain 12AU7/ECC82 spec (gain factor ~17) and Section 2 (pins 1, 2, and 3) is the high gain 12AX7/ECC83 spec...
ELECTRO HARMONIX 12DW7 ECC832 TWIN TRIODE, DISSIMILAR. Heater 12.6 volts at .15 A or 6.3 volts at .3 A. Two different triode systems equivalent to one half 12AX7 and one half 12AU7. Intended as preamplifier and driver or phase splitter in audio amplifiers.
JJ 12AX7 SUPER SAMPLER Includes one of each: JJ ECC803S JJ 5751 JJ ECC83MG JJ ECC83S
12AX7 SUPER SIX PACK INCLUDES: EHX 12AX7 TUNG-SOL 12AX7 MULLARD CV4004 EHX 7025 JJ ECC83S SOVTEK 12AX7 WC
SIEMENS ECC83 12AX7 New Old Stock. Original boxes. Made on Telefunken tooling - Ei Yugoslavia. SMOOTH PLATE. MAXIMATCHER TESTED.