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Telefunken EL34 Valves/Tubes The set of 4 Brand NEW Telefunken EL34 Tubes in Mint condition. Double O getters typical 5 staples on each side of the plates, Winged at the top of plates and with the Telefunken Diamond molded into the seat of each tube. the tubes are Dated 23 08 1961 by the codes printed on the front of the tubes. I have set the tubes at a reasonable price so please no haggles as it will only motivate me to up the price. you can phone me on 0410544975 9am to 7pm any day. Condition: Brand New Payment Method: Paypal or cash Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By Oakamps
This A$1,500 asking price for a new Telefunken EL34 is ambitious compared to the typical used market, sitting well above your database’s 75th percentile of A$1,272 and nearly double the median of A$1,002. While new modern EL34-TK pairs often retail around A$400–A$500 in AUD, vintage NOS Telefunken EL34s command significantly higher values due to their legendary sonic character, but A$1,500 for a single new tube (not a pair) is a steep entry unless it’s verified original German NOS.
The EL34 is prized for its tight low end, smooth mids, and robust output in pentode amplifiers, making it a top choice for high-end guitar and hi-fi amps. If this is indeed a genuine, original Telefunken EL34 in new condition with original packaging and no shelf wear, the rarity and audio pedigree offer meaningful upside. However, buyers should confirm it’s not a modern reissue (like the EL34-TK), which lacks the same tonal DNA, and verify the seller’s provenance before committing at this price.
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Telefunken stands as one of Europe's most storied audio brands, founded on May 27, 1903, as a joint venture between German industrial giants Siemens and AEG. Created at Kaiser Wilhelm II's direction to consolidate wireless telegraphy expertise, the company quickly became the continent's dominant force in radio and electronic communications. The Telefunken name itself derives from "tele" (telegraphy) and "funken" (sparks), reflected in the brand's iconic lightning-bolt logo. By the mid-twentieth century, Telefunken had established itself across multiple continents, with its radio equipment and vacuum-tube receivers earning widespread recognition for quality throughout non-communist Europe.
The brand's product heritage centers on vacuum-tube microphones and audio components, particularly its legendary studio recording equipment developed during the golden age of analog recording. Telefunken became synonymous with premium vacuum-tube technology, and its vintage microphones—especially the ELA M 251—remain highly sought after by professional recording engineers and collectors. The company also manufactured semiconductors, computers, and consumer electronics through the mid-twentieth century, though these divisions eventually declined as Japanese competition intensified during the 1960s and 1970s.
Today's Telefunken operates as a niche boutique brand focused on preserving and recreating its analog legacy. Telefunken Elektroakustik, established in 2001 in Connecticut, specializes in historically accurate reproductions of vintage vacuum-tube microphones and has expanded into modern designs that blend classic sonic characteristics with contemporary manufacturing. The brand occupies the high-end professional and audiophile segment, commanding premium prices justified by meticulous craftsmanship and deep historical authenticity. For discerning listeners and recording professionals, Telefunken represents both tangible connection to audio's golden era and continued commitment to analog excellence.
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