Sources for 3 matched Telefunken 12AX7A tubes?

I'm buying Kim's "Hong Kong" preamp and I'd like to eventually replace the stock tubes (in a few weeks or so) with 3 Telefunken 12AX7A tubes. Here are my questions:

Who are some good dealers I can buy them from (matched/properly tested/reasonable prices/etc.)?

Are there any specific types of Telefunken tubes I should ask for (I'm still kind of new in the "tube world"/country/etc.)?

If anyone can list a pretty detailed "shopping list" (so I'll know exactly what to ask for when I'm ready to order) I'd appreciate it.

Thanks,
Todd

 

Thanks, Steve! I'll give Kevin a call in a few weeks. Also, thanks for the info about not needing matched preamp tubes (I'm still learning) and buying "real" ones with the diamond on the bottom...

Todd

 

Thanks again, Steve! I'm really excited about getting this preamp. I spoke to Tom Port about it and he was very helpful. I think it's going to work out very well in my developing system. I also ordered 2 "magic pillows" (I've been very interested in giving them a try and now I am). He warned me they're not the prettiest things in the world but they will do wonders. I told him "no problemo" (now that I'm single/sadly). I'll definately post future comments/questions about the unit, etc.

Todd

 

Don't kill all the lawyers, I need one!

How dare those tube people use my name without my permission.

 

Sadly, I may have to look elsewhere for some Telefunken 12AX7A
Tubes. I e-mailed Kevin on the price and he's selling them for $100 each new old stock white box (ouch!). I sent a reply hoping he had some "used" ones with plenty of life left and little less cash. I hope he does. I've been extravagant recently with my spending and I need to place a self-imposed spending leash and collar on myself until I replenish my wealth (or lack of it).

Todd

Inserted addition: Kevin, replied: "nada"...

 

Thanks, Steve! Equipment & other used stuff I'm pretty good at finding but good quality "working" tubes is a new ball game for me.

Todd