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6V6 GT HYTRON Black Plates Smoked Glass [] Getter Tested Tube Made in USA '47

6V6 GT HYTRON Black Plates Smoked Glass [] Getter Tested Tube Made in USA '47

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6V6 GT HYTRON Black Plates Smoked Glass Square Getter Tested Tube
Made in USA '47

Description:

The 6V6 GT HYTRON Black Plates, featuring Smoked Glass and Square Getter, was manufactured in the USA in 1947 and is a single power tube, ideal for amplifiers designed to operate with a single 6V6. Known for its warm and harmonically rich tone, it delivers detailed, musical, and dynamic performance with natural compression and excellent transient response. The smoked glass (graphite coating inside the bulb) helps reduce RF interference and improves thermal stability, while the black plates and square getter contribute to balanced and harmonically rich sound reproduction.

  • Bass: Tight, deep, and controlled, providing a full-bodied yet well-defined low end, adding weight without muddiness.
  • Mids: Expressive, detailed, and slightly sweet, delivering a fluid and harmonically rich presentation. Vocals and instruments stand out with exceptional three-dimensionality and realism.
  • Highs: Silky, airy, and well-extended, with a refined response free from harshness, ensuring clarity and detail without listening fatigue.
  • Dynamics: Fast and natural, with precise and well-articulated transients, creating an engaging and vibrant sonic experience.
  • Soundstage: Expansive and well-defined, with excellent instrument separation and a realistic, immersive sonic image.

With its rugged construction and careful selection, this 6V6 GT HYTRON Black Plates provides low microphonics, long lifespan, and stable operation, making it an ideal choice for hi-fi applications and vintage musical instrument amplifiers that use a single 6V6.

📌 Recommended Guitar Amplifiers

Since this is a single tube, the 6V6 GT HYTRON is perfect for amplifiers that run on a single power tube, offering progressive saturation, natural compression, and well-balanced dynamic response. Clean tones are warm and detailed, while overdrive develops harmonically and musically, making it an excellent choice for blues, jazz, and classic rock.

🎸 Fender Champ (5F1 Tweed, Blackface, Silverface) – Perfect for rich, harmonic cleans and natural, creamy overdrive.
🎸 Gibson GA-5 Skylark – Ideal for smooth, warm tones with sweet, progressive saturation.
🎸 Valco/Supro 1606 & 1616T – For a vintage bluesy tone with dynamic and musical light crunch.
🎸 Magnatone Student 107 – Offers airy and detailed sound, great dynamic response, and brilliant cleans.
🎸 Silvertone 1482 (single 6V6 version) – Great for old-school tones with soft, warm tube overdrive.
🎸 Harmony H303A & Kay 703 – Perfect for authentic retro tones with natural, characterful saturation.

With its touch sensitivity and outstanding responsiveness, this 6V6 GT HYTRON Black Plates is an excellent choice for single-ended low-power amplifiers, where it can fully express its sonic qualities.

Test Results:

Valve tested on AMPLITREX AT-1000 Tube Tester:

  • Test Conditions: Va = 250V; Vg2 = 250V; Vg = -12.5V
  • Average 100%: Gm = 4.1 ; Ia = 45 mA
  • Test Result: VERY STRONG

Valve : Gm = 4,6 ; Ia = 45 mA

Additional Tests Performed:
  • Microphonics: Low Noise & Microphonics – Tested and rated for use in hi-fi systems and guitar amplifiers.
  • Output Quality: Excellent – Very strong and stable output, no fluctuations.
  • Short circuits and GAS: Absent.

Conditions:

  • Condition: Vintage Tubes - Tested and in perfect working order . Supplied in our custom box for optimum protection.
  • Functionality: Fully operational , with excellent test results.
  • Cosmetic Condition: Excellent – Markings perfectly preserved, minimal signs of aging. See pictures for details.
  • Manufacturing code: 7 - 44 - Manufactured by Hytron Radio & Electronics Corp., New York 18, N.Y., USA the 44th week of 1947

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Condizioni di vendita e sicurezza

Anti-Tamper Security Seal Policy:
Each product is sealed to guarantee quality and integrity.
The right of withdrawal is subject to the seal remaining intact, as provided for by the Consumer Code.

Eco-Friendly Packaging:
The tube will be shipped with protective packaging to ensure safety during transport.
We use recycled and recyclable paper for packaging, along with brown ECO-KRAFT adhesive tape, eco-friendly and solvent-free.

Important Notes:
This tube, manufactured according to the standards of its era, is designed to operate in equipment compatible with vintage tubes.
It is recommended to follow standard safety guidelines to avoid malfunctions or damage.

Safety Assurance:
Although not tested according to modern GPSR regulations, this tube was designed to operate safely under the conditions for which it was manufactured.
We recommend using it only with equipment that supports vintage tubes, in order to avoid risks of malfunction or damage.
Technical data note:
In some cases, the technical data provided may be based on datasheets from other manufacturers or on equivalent historical specifications, when a specific official datasheet for the production batch of the listed item is not available.
Electrical characteristics may vary slightly depending on the production batch and manufacturing period, as is typical for thermionic components.

Safety Information:
Warning: Keep out of reach of children.
To be used under adult supervision.
Use the product only with equipment designed for vintage tubes.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping & Returns

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Any delays, storage issues, or operational changes made by the carrier (for example during peak periods such as holidays) are not attributable to Vacuum Tubes Treasures.

In such cases, we will nevertheless provide the Customer with all necessary support to open claims or assistance requests with the appointed courier.

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Vacuum Tubes Treasures has no control over these costs, which may vary from country to country. Customers are therefore advised to contact their local customs authorities prior to placing an order.

Warranty

All products sold by Vacuum Tubes Treasures are covered by the legal warranty of conformity, in accordance with Italian Legislative Decree No. 206/2005 (Consumer Code) and the Italian Civil Code (Articles 1490 et seq.), under the conditions set out below.

Warranty for Vacuum Tubes

Vacuum tubes, being components subject to wear and of vintage or specialized nature, are covered by a specific warranty of 6 (six) months from the date of delivery.
The warranty covers exclusively proven manufacturing or conformity defects that arise during proper use in accordance with technical specifications.

The warranty does not cover:

  • normal wear and tear,
  • subjective sound preferences,
  • use in incompatible equipment,
  • tampering or improper use.

Right of Withdrawal

Purchases made on the Vacuum Tubes Treasures website are governed by Italian regulations on distance contracts (Legislative Decree No. 206/2005).

Consumers have the right to withdraw from the contract within 14 (fourteen) days from the date of receipt of the goods, without providing any reason.

Conditions for Exercising the Right of Withdrawal

The right of withdrawal may be exercised only if:

  • the product has not been used,
  • the product is returned in its original condition,
  • the tamper-evident security seal is intact and not broken.

📌 Returns are not accepted for reasons related to sound preference, tube rolling, or subjective audio evaluation.
As with a music recording, a vacuum tube cannot be returned simply because its sound does not match personal taste.

Effects of Withdrawal

In the event of a valid withdrawal:

  • all payments received, including standard shipping costs, will be refunded,
  • refunds will be issued within 14 days from receipt of the returned goods,
  • the refund may be withheld until the goods have been received and inspected.

Refunds will be made using the same payment method used for the original transaction, unless otherwise agreed.

Return Shipping Costs

Return shipping costs are borne by the Customer, except in cases of:

  • verified defective products,
  • errors attributable to Vacuum Tubes Treasures.

In such cases, return shipping costs will be fully covered by us.

Damaged or Incorrect Items

If the Customer receives a damaged or incorrect item, it must be reported within 5 (five) working days from delivery, by email or telephone, clearly stating the issue.

Uncollected Parcels, Storage, and International Shipments

It is the Customer’s responsibility to monitor the shipment and promptly arrange for collection or customs clearance.
Any costs, delays, or losses resulting from:

  • failure to collect the parcel,
  • prolonged storage,
  • abandonment of the parcel at customs,

do not entitle the Customer to any refund.

For further details, Customers are invited to consult the “Terms and Conditions” and “Refund Policy” sections of our website, or to contact us before placing an order.

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