From: "Steven Rousseau" Date: Mon, 7 Feb 2000 16:00:50 -0500 Subject: 7025 vrs 5751 JAN
Hi,
A few years ago, someone on this list suggested trying 5751 pre amp tubes as a replacement for 12AX7.
I bought a few Joint Army Navy (JAN) 5751 made by GE / USA.
These tubes have an amplification factor of 70, compared to 100 for the 12AX7.
In 2 words, very smooth. The tone difference is noticeable and the slightly lower gain helps to control feedback. I like it so much that I have switched the first pre amp tube in all my mid sized and larger amps to 5751.