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Old 07-11-2005, 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Chad Hauris
I have seen other small consoles that used the same metal backs as the table version as an original factory setup so that is why it may look like a table model in cabinet.

The 50's GE's seem to have the best sound as far as regular console models...much better treble response than most tube sets. Although, even this model with 2 big speakers probably uses a single 6AQ5 audio output tube, so there's not a lot of "oomph" for undistorted audio at high volume levels.
It's really rare to see any tube type TV with higher-powered audio...the most power is usually from Zeniths using 6BQ5. I have one Magnavox set that has a 12" speaker and push pull 6V6's but haven't seen any others.
those G.E. sets used a 6CU5 or 6CA5 audio output tube.

i once owned a zenith combo TV / Hi Fi that used four 6V6's on it's amp & both the tv & stereo used the amp.

my setchel-carlson roundie uses a pair of 6GK6 audio output tubes. the 6GK6 ratings was equivelent to 6BQ5
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