Western Electric
Features
Original Specifications: By adhering to the original 1938 Western Electric specifications, these tubes deliver a true vintage sound that audiophiles and music lovers treasure. The commitment to these time-tested designs guarantees an authentic and immersive audio experience.
Superior Audio Performance: The 300B tube is celebrated for its warm, rich, and natural sound signature. It excels in delivering harmonically rich audio, making it the perfect choice for high-end audio systems and amplifiers. Its exceptional midrange clarity and smooth, organic tones provide a lifelike reproduction of vocals and instruments.
Versatile Application: Suitable for various audio-frequency amplifier positions, the 300B tube can handle power outputs of up to ten watts at relatively low plate voltages. Its robust design and versatile mounting options, including both vertical and horizontal positions, make it a flexible choice for different amplifier setups.
High-Quality Construction: The 300B tube features a medium, four-pin thrust-type base, compatible with Western Electric 143B and similar sockets. Its precise construction and high-quality materials ensure long-lasting performance and durability.
What's in the Box?
Warranty
Elevate your audio experience with the unparalleled quality of the 300B electron tube. Handcrafted in the USA, the type 300B tube adheres to the original Western Electric specifications from 1938, ensuring an authentic and superior performance. Known for its exceptional audio fidelity and robust construction, the 300B is the pinnacle of electron tube design, offering unmatched warmth, clarity, and richness in sound.
The Western Electric 300B Tube pair is a set of moderate power, filamentary triodes meticulously designed for Class-A audio-frequency amplification. Renowned for their impeccable audio performance, these tubes are ideally suited for applications requiring power outputs of up to ten watts at relatively low plate voltages. Their robust construction and high-quality components ensure exceptional audio fidelity, making them a preferred choice for audiophiles and audio engineers.
Features:
- Handcrafted Excellence: Each 300B tube is meticulously handmade in the USA, preserving the tradition and quality that Western Electric is renowned for. This dedication to craftsmanship ensures that every tube meets the highest standards of performance and reliability.
- Original Specifications: By adhering to the original 1938 Western Electric specifications, these tubes deliver a true vintage sound that audiophiles and music lovers treasure. The commitment to these time-tested designs guarantees an authentic and immersive audio experience.
- Superior Audio Performance: The 300B tube is celebrated for its warm, rich, and natural sound signature. It excels in delivering harmonically rich audio, making it the perfect choice for high-end audio systems and amplifiers. Its exceptional midrange clarity and smooth, organic tones provide a lifelike reproduction of vocals and instruments.
- Versatile Application: Suitable for various audio-frequency amplifier positions, the 300B tube can handle power outputs of up to ten watts at relatively low plate voltages. Its robust design and versatile mounting options, including both vertical and horizontal positions, make it a flexible choice for different amplifier setups.
- High-Quality Construction: The 300B tube features a medium, four-pin thrust-type base, compatible with Western Electric 143B and similar sockets. Its precise construction and high-quality materials ensure long-lasting performance and durability.
Renowned Worldwide for Unmatched Sound Quality and Performance
The 300B tube is globally celebrated for its exceptional sound quality and powerful performance, making it a preferred choice for audiophiles and audio engineers alike. Its versatility and reliability shine in both single-ended and push-pull amplifier configurations, delivering an unparalleled audio experience. The 300B tube is renowned for its ability to produce rich, warm, and natural sound. Its harmonically rich audio reproduction ensures that every note is delivered with exceptional clarity and depth. The tube excels in midrange frequencies, providing a lifelike reproduction of vocals and instruments that captivates listeners with its smooth, organic tones.
Powerful Performance
In addition to its superior sound quality, the 300B tube offers powerful performance in a variety of amplifier setups. Its moderate power classification and filamentary triode design make it ideal for Class-A service, where power outputs of up to ten watts are required at relatively low plate voltages. This makes the 300B tube a versatile component, capable of delivering robust and dynamic sound in different amplifier configurations. The 300B tube's performance is equally impressive in both single-ended and push-pull amplifiers. In single-ended configurations, the 300B tube provides a pure and direct audio signal, resulting in a warm and detailed sound that is highly sought after by audiophiles. In push-pull configurations, the tube offers greater power output and improved efficiency, making it suitable for driving more demanding speakers and delivering a more dynamic and impactful sound.
THE ORIGINAL
Western Electric makes the original 300B with authenticity and precision. Listeners have trusted the same specs, materials, and testing standards for 86 years.
The 300B tube's reputation for excellence extends around the world, earning it acclaim from audio enthusiasts, professional musicians, and engineers. Its ability to deliver consistent and high-quality sound makes it a staple in high-end audio systems, ensuring that it remains a preferred choice for those seeking the best in audio performance.
5 YEAR WARRANTY
Quality is guaranteed with a five-year extended warranty. Mail in your warranty card(s) within ten days of purchase to activate.
Whether you are building a new audio system or upgrading an existing one, the 300B tube is a proven performer that delivers unparalleled sound quality and power. Its renowned performance in both single-ended and push-pull amplifiers, combined with its global reputation for excellence, makes the 300B tube an essential component for achieving the ultimate audio experience.
About the 300B Tube: The Legendary Power Triode
The 300B tube, originally designed by Western Electric (WE 300B/Western Electric 300B) in the 1930s, has become a legendary electron tube in the world of hi-fi audio. Known for its exceptional midrange and high-frequencies performance, warm tonal qualities, and ability to deliver a highly musical and engaging listening experience, the 300B has been a favorite among audiophiles and music enthusiasts for decades. As a directly heated power triode, the 300B features a cathode that also serves as the filament, contributing to its unique sonic characteristics. This design allows for a simplified and more efficient electron emission process, resulting in a purer and more lifelike sound quality.
The 300B's anode, coupled with its high amplification factor and low plate resistance, enables it to deliver a robust and dynamic performance in both single-ended and push-pull amplifier configurations. This versatility has made the 300B a popular choice for a wide range of applications, including power amplifiers, tube amps, integrated amplifiers, and preamplifiers (preamp). When paired with high-quality transformers and well-designed circuitry, the 300B tube can create an immersive and emotionally engaging listening experience. Its ability to reproduce music with a sense of warmth, smoothness, and natural detail has earned it a reputation as one of the best-sounding power tubes available.
Audiophiles and music lovers in the USA and around the world continue to seek out 300B-based tube amplifiers and preamplifiers for their ability to deliver a truly captivating hi-fi experience. Many manufacturers offer amplifiers designed around the 300B, ranging from single-ended triode (SET) designs to more powerful push-pull configurations.
What's in the Box?
- x2 300B Tubes
FAQ
Q: What is a 300B tube and how does it work?
A: The 300B is a directly heated triode vacuum tube used in audio amplification. It operates by passing an electric current through a heated cathode to emit electrons, which are then controlled by a grid to amplify the input signal.
Q: What amplifiers use the 300B tube?
A: The 300B tube is commonly found in single-ended triode (SET) amplifiers renowned for their rich, warm sound signature. Many high-end audio manufacturers like Western Electric produce amplifiers utilizing the 300B tube for audiophile-grade sound reproduction.
Q: What are the sonic characteristics of the 300B tube?
A: The 300B tube is prized for its lush midrange, smooth treble, and natural timbre. It delivers a musical, euphonic sound signature with a captivating sense of realism and intimacy.
Q: Can I replace the 300B tube in my amplifier with a different type?
A: While some amplifiers allow tube rolling, it's essential to consult the manufacturer's specifications and recommendations. Substituting the 300B tube with a different type may alter the amplifier's performance and sound characteristics.
Q: How long does a 300B tube typically last?
A: The lifespan of a 300B tube varies depending on usage, operating conditions, and tube quality. On average, a well-maintained 300B tube can last several thousand hours before requiring replacement.
Q: How do I bias a 300B tube amplifier?
A: Biasing a 300B tube amplifier involves adjusting the bias voltage to ensure proper operating conditions and optimal performance. Consult the amplifier's user manual or seek assistance from a qualified technician for precise biasing procedures. Feel free to Contact Us and we'll be more than happy to assist you.
Q: What are the pros and cons of using a 300B tube amplifier?
A: Pros include exceptional sound quality, musicality, and compatibility with high-efficiency speakers. Cons may include higher cost, lower power output compared to other tube types, and the need for occasional tube replacement.
Q: Are there different brands or versions of the 300B tube?
A: Yes, various manufacturers produce 300B tubes, each with unique construction, materials, and sonic characteristics. Popular brands include Western Electric, KR Audio, TJ Full Music, Sophia Electric, and Shuguang.
Q: What are the differences between vintage and modern production 300B tubes?
A: Vintage 300B tubes are highly sought after for their historical significance and reputed sound quality. Modern production tubes offer advancements in manufacturing techniques and may provide improved reliability and consistency.
Q: How do I select the right 300B tube for my amplifier?
A: Consider factors such as brand reputation, sonic preferences, budget, and compatibility with your amplifier. Researching reviews, seeking advice from audio enthusiasts, and experimenting with different tubes can help you find the perfect match for your system.
Specifications
- Classification
- Moderate power, filamentary triodes for Class-A service.
- Application
- Audio-frequency amplifier in positions where power outputs of approximately ten watts or less are required at relatively low plate voltages.
- Dimensions
- Dimensions, outline diagrams of the tubes and bases, and the arrangement of electrode connections to the base terminals are shown in Figures 1 and 2.
- Base and Mounting
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These vacuum tubes employ medium, four-pin thrust type bases suitable for use in Western Electric 143B or similar sockets. The 300B tube has the bayonet pin so located that it may also be mounted in a Western Electric 100M, 115B, or similar socket.
The tubes may be mounted in either a vertical or horizontal position. If mounted in a horizontal position, the plane of the filament, which is indicated in Figure 2, should be vertical.
- Average Direct Interelectrode Capacitances
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- Grid to plate: 15 µµf
- Grid to filament: 9 µµf
- Plate to filament: 4.3 µµf
- Filament Rating
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- Filament voltage: 5.0 volts, a.c. or d.c.
- Nominal filament current: 1.2 amperes
The filaments of these tubes are designed to operate on a voltage basis and should be operated at as near the rated voltage as possible. When alternating current is used for heating the filament, the grid and plate returns should be connected to a center tap on the secondary of the filament transformer.