{"product_id":"ray-tubes-select-kt88","title":"Ray Tubes SELECT KT88","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSELECT KT88\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KT88 is a beam tetrode introduced in 1956 as a variant of its smaller cousin, the KT66. Its name is derived from kinkless tetrode, an earlier name for the beam tetrode, and it's been popular in high-fidelity stereo systems since its introduction. Since New Old Stock of the KT88 is especially rare, Ray Tubes is proud to offer brand-new KT88 vacuum\u003cbr\u003etubes.\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 KT88 excels at powerful bass and high-resolution sound, built for the low-frequency demands of rock and symphonic orchestras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bass is solid with a powerful deep end, suitable for highly dynamic music like rock and symphonic orchestras.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe midrange frequencies are delicate and multi-layered with a warm tone. Vocals and strings in particular excel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe treble performance is clear with very high resolution and rich but not harsh details.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dynamic range is very wide, while the soundstage is wide and deep with extremely accurate positioning.\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-KT88-X1 ), matched pair\u003cbr\u003e( RT-SL-KT88-X2 ), or matched quad ( RT-SL-KT88-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":47528341569620,"sku":null,"price":81.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matched Pair (2 tubes)","offer_id":47528341602388,"sku":null,"price":186.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Matched Quad (4 tubes)","offer_id":47528341635156,"sku":null,"price":407.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/7321\/3524\/files\/SELECTKT88-01.jpg?v=1787234744","url":"https:\/\/prospercables.com\/products\/ray-tubes-select-kt88","provider":"Prosper Cables ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}