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Mullard Shield , ECC83/12AX7A, B2D4 Blackburn , 1962 , April , 4th week .Tested as new .Shipping is a flat $6 .Thanks for your consideration .
A 1962 Mullard ECC83/12AX7 is a sought-after small-signal tube, and at US$25 this is a strong bargain against your recent comp set: it sits well below the US$31 25th percentile and far under the US$57 median. That’s the kind of asking price that usually leaves room for a quick buy even before you factor in the brand and vintage appeal.
What makes it worthwhile is the Mullard reputation for musical, full-bodied gain stages and the 1962 date, which is the sort of early-’60s vintage many tube buyers chase. If the tube tests strong, shows low noise/microphonics, and isn’t visibly worn out, the upside is excellent; for a good original example at this price, you’re basically paying entry-level money for a premium piece of tube history.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Captain Stanley R. Mullard founded the Mullard Radio Valve Company in 1920 in the United Kingdom, initially to produce high-power transmitting valves for the British Admiralty. Drawing from his engineering background and passion for music, he expanded into audio components, creating vacuum tubes renowned for their reliability and superior sound quality. Acquired by Philips in the 1920s, the brand grew into a dominant force in valves and semiconductors, with production spanning facilities in Mitcham and Southampton.
Mullard focused primarily on vacuum tubes—or "valves"—that powered high-fidelity amplifiers and professional recording equipment, alongside early transistors and audio drivers. Historical products like the 1960s Mullard 510 valve amplifier exemplified their expertise in hi-fi amplification, while their hand-assembled valves became staples in studio and home systems. Though not a modern maker of speakers, turntables, DACs, or headphones, their components influenced entire audio chains.
Today, Mullard holds a revered position as a vintage high-end icon among audiophiles and collectors, celebrated for the "Mullard sound"—warm, detailed, and musical. Reissues and NOS tubes command premium prices in the boutique market, cementing its legacy over a century of craftsmanship amid technological shifts.
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