{"product_id":"ray-tubes-select-2a3","title":"Ray Tubes SELECT 2A3","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSELECT 2A3\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2A3 was introduced by RCA in the 1930s for use in large radios, public address systems, and early hi-fi setups. Despite its notoriously complex filament, the 2A3 saw widespread use in military applications and in the post-war hi-fi boom. It was also a favorite of Paul Klipsch, who in 1946 invented his namesake Klipschorn loudspeaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSELECT is the Ray Tubes tier most listeners should start with. Hand-selected, gold-pinned, and consistent enough that the tube stops being the variable in your system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned and manufactured by a team with decades of experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-selected by engineers to ensure only the top tubes make the cut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold pins for durability and longevity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSubstantially more consistent performance than New Old Stock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnlike NOS and most other new production, covered by the Ray Tubes\u003cbr\u003eOne Year Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSounds Characteristics \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SELECT 2A3 takes the iconic 2A3 and adds the refinement and tonal balance that define SELECT. Whether in low-power amps or high-fidelity systems, the SELECT 2A3 brings resolution and a natural, unforced tone to acoustic and vocal recordings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bass extension is moderate but well-controlled. Kick drums, double bass, and cellos sound clean and coherent.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe midrange frequencies offer gently warm tonality, with an outstanding sense of resolution. Voices and instruments emerge naturally from the soundstage with a sense of air and dimensionality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe treble performance offers excellent extension without excessive coloration. Details are precise yet never fatiguing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailable as a single tube ( RT-SL-2A3-X1 ), matched pair\u003cbr\u003e( RT-SL-2A3-X2 ), or matched quad ( RT-SL-2A3-X4 )\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUser handbook featuring burn-in guidelines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate of authenticity and warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ray Tubes","offers":[{"title":"Single (1 tube)","offer_id":47528729182292,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matched Pair (2 tubes)","offer_id":47528729215060,"sku":null,"price":399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matched Quad (4 tubes)","offer_id":47528729247828,"sku":null,"price":839.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/7321\/3524\/files\/SELECT2A3-01.jpg?v=1787237601","url":"https:\/\/prospercables.com\/products\/ray-tubes-select-2a3","provider":"Prosper Cables ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}