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Monday, August 28, 2006

vacuum tubes! - New Flickr Shot

flickr by andrewyang. Trip. I didn't know these were Electro Harmonix and made in Russia.

Update via zerozeroisland in the comments:
"Yes, it's pretty odd. E-H founder Mike Matthews bought a Russian vacuum tube factory back in the 90's, i assume so he could insure a steady supply of tubes for his products.

But he's been having a hell of a time holding on to it. apparently, corrupt Russian businessmen and officials have been trying to take over his factory. it's a pretty fascinating story; you can read more about it here & here "
Posted by matrix at 8/28/2006 09:13:00 AM
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2 comments:

  1. zerozeroisland8/28/06, 2:54 PM

    Yes, it's pretty odd. E-H founder Mike Matthews bought a Russian vacuum tube factory back in the 90's, i assume so he could insure a steady supply of tubes for his products.

    But he's been having a hell of a time holding on to it. apparently, corrupt Russian businessmen and officials have been trying to take over his factory. it's a pretty fascinating story; you can read more about it here:

    http://msnbc.msn.com/id/13145804/

    &

    http://www.gearwire.com/matthews-russia-tube-story.html

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  2. matrix8/28/06, 3:48 PM

    Thanks zerozeroisland. Post updated with this.

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