Nothing speaks to this like direct experience and I have tried it with both triode and pentode connected SE EL84 amplifiers, and I believe the reduced output power is the least of your problems. Distortion IMHO was intolerable (to me) - however I am noted for liking relatively undistorted sound, tube or otherwise..
Note: I haven't done this experiment on more than a few console amplifiers and a few DIY types so your experience could be different.
Think about driving a 1.5K load SE with a 6BQ5 and you might see an issue.
Note: I haven't done this experiment on more than a few console amplifiers and a few DIY types so your experience could be different.
Think about driving a 1.5K load SE with a 6BQ5 and you might see an issue.
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