Can't get
much cheaper than effectively free for a
well regulated, high current DC power
supply using a
modified PC power supply that isn't otherwise being
used. Plus, the idea of using tubes with 5V filaments
instead of 6.3/12.6V reduces the competition with typical
audio tube customers and makes the use of a high-current
5VDC supply possible.
For a few bucks, you could get a 5 Volt transformer with a
decent
current rating of 10 Amps, and not have to worry about the
number of
tubes you need to feed for a while.
Filament transformers come in many voltages other than 6.3.
I'm just working with what I have on hand. And I plan to use the PC power supply for
other purposes, too.