​We have a limited supply of these early 1950's GE 12AX7 Long Plate tubes featuring U-shaped getters. As the oldest 12AX7 models in our collection, they are renowned for their exceptional sound quality. Notably, the 12AX7 was first introduced in 1947.


  • One NOS GE 12AX7 Tube
  • Testing New
  • Balanced
  • Slim U Getter / Dimpled Foil Strip
  • A very rare find
  • Copper Grid posts
  • Stencils have been wiped off
  • Tube does show some signs of use
  • In a white tube box


Test Results:

Where 1,000 Gm is minimum and 1,500 is average for new tubes

This tube tested:

  • 1700/1750Gm and 1.1/1.4mA
  • No short or leakage
  • Verified low noise


Truly an awesome tube.

SKU# C3-2 88383573

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Listeda year ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • 12AX7
Finish
  • 17MM Tall Plates - U Dimpled Foil Getter
Categories
Year
  • 1950's
Made In
  • United States

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