Re: Replacing Tubes In Tube Mics?
I had a Rode NTK and then a Rode K2. Both had easily replaceable tubes and yes, different tubes will change the character of the mic, some a little some a bit more.
I changed direction with my latest mics, settling on a Sennheiser MKH 416 and a Neumann TLM 49. The TLM 49, according to Neuman, is tuned to be like a tube and, having used it to replace some VO done with the K2, at least for my voice, it is. I also like the fact that I don't have to buy tubes or wait for it to warm up. As always, YMMV.
On tube life, I asked Rode how long the Sovtek 6922 would last in my K2 and they said 1,000 to 4,000 hours depending on use and abuse. Also realize that tubes usually "fail" gradually, so it may take a while to realize. I replaced mine every 12 to 18 months.
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