U47xfet PCB from UTM / IGS?

[micolas]

Although this sounds nice, ill put up a sound file soon, the output level is low more so then the K2. I'm pushing the mic pres on my interface fairly high.
Would matching the BC550/560 hFes help with this or should look elsewhere? I have ordered som more 550/560 Bs so I can try and match them as bes I can.

Stop comparing to K2.
Rode has a higher output level.
To preserve the historical character of the sound I think what you got now is correct. A higher level will push the transformer harder into saturation, you will have higher harmonics, distortions, a different sound character.

 

[Plonker]

OK thanks, what would you suggest as a substitute for BC550/560?

 

[micolas]

OK thanks, what would you suggest as a substitute for BC550/560?

Hi @Plonker !
I used
2N5088/5087

 

[micolas]

Hey @Plonker !
Now I remembered!
Be aware that you can find good components on AliExpress, including BJTs and jFETs.
I found for example 2SK30A which have the same specifications as Toshiba, including proper Idss and low noise and very consistent. I have to look for the seller's link, it was very serious. It was last year.