Why Choose TAD Rectifiers SELECTED?
Discover TAD Rectifiers SELECTED – premium-grade rectifier tubes for guitar and bass amplifiers. Each tube is carefully tested and selected to ensure maximum reliability, tonal integrity, and inspiring performance.
Premium Selection with Quality Assurance
Every TAD rectifier tube undergoes rigorous testing at Tube Amp Doctor, including measurements of idle current, transconductance, noise, microphonics, as well as full-load and shock tests.
12-Month Warranty
Each SELECTED rectifier tube comes with a 12-month warranty on function and tone — offering you peace of mind for any upgrade or repair.
Tradition Meets Innovation
Whether it’s a 5U4G, GZ34/5AR4, 5Y3GT, or EZ81 – these tubes combine classic vintage designs with modern reliability, making them perfect for authentic tone in both vintage and custom-built amps.
Product Highlights
| Model | Tone & Application |
|---|---|
| 5U4G-SV – Classic ST Glass | Warmer response than solid-state diodes; great for classic Mesa Boogie amp tone. |
| 5U4GB – Straight Glass | Authentic 1950s/60s style; shorter height (max. 120 mm) for compact amp builds. |
| 5Y3GT / 6087 | Higher headroom; ideal for Tweed Champ or Tweed Deluxe amps. |
| 5Y3WGTB – Blackplate Selected | Delivers legendary "sag" effect – dynamic response for vintage-style compression. |
| EZ81 / 6CA4 | Excellent choice for compact British-style amps like the Marshall 1974X or TAD Plexi Kit. |
| GZ34-STR REDBASE (5AR4 Repro) | Mullard/VALVO-inspired tone with strong sag – a true '60s sound classic. |