Also known as ECC83, the 12AX7 preamp tube was originally engineered and manufactured by RCA electronics company. Nowadays, a variety of companies produce 12AX7 preamp tubes including JJ Electronics in Slovakia and Shuguang in China, commonly referred to as Groove tubes. If you own a tube amplifier or considering using one, then you probably already … Read more
Inside a guitar amplifier are circuits, switching mechanisms, and connections that can hold potentially lethal voltage at several points in the critical path. A very important thing to understand with guitar amplifiers is that these components can hold lethal voltage even when the amplifier is turned off. Capacitors store high voltages that can remain in … Read more
It’s a constant paradox with guitarists and their tube amps: you have to get to a certain volume in order to introduce the optimal distortion level to really make your tone soar, but that volume can easily overwhelm your fellow musicians or a sound engineer, who really need you to lower your volume. If only … Read more
Ever wanted to build your own guitar amplifier but didn’t know where to start? Yes, we understand the appeal and the excitement that surrounds handmade amps. However, beginning your journey down that path might be a bit challenging. For this reason, we’ve decided to help you out by suggesting one of our favorite amp … Read more
If you’re searching for a vintage amp to add the richest and warmest tunes to your melodies, then consider the StewMac build your own ’59 Tweed 15W amp kit. Built to exactly match the original ‘59 model by Fender, this amp is considered a true marvel in the rock-n-roll world. And now you can put … Read more
Building your own guitar amplifier can be a fun and educational experience. Yes, you probably already own an amplifier. However, using your bare hands to make one can be satisfactory to no end. Cigar box amplifiers have an appeal of their own. They can produce the most vibrant sounds that you can use to impress … Read more
If you love DIY kits, then you’ll surely love the MOD 102+ Guitar Amplifier Kit. It comes fully equipped with everything you need to wind it up. You’ll only need to do some soldering, and you’re good to go. It’s one of the best equipment that you can add to your guitar. I reviewed the … Read more
Whether this is your first project or you’re a seasoned amp builder, the Tweed 5E3 Complete Kit from Trinity Amps is an excellent kit to hone your amp assembly skills on. In this brief review, we cover everything you need to know about the aforementioned kit, so stick around. Overview of the Tweed Deluxe Style … Read more
Are you looking to build your own DIY amplifier kit? Nobsound might have what you’re looking for! Yes, the Nobsound 6N8P + 6P3P Hifi Class A tube amp is here to push your analog building skills to their absolute limits. All you need to build this kit is background knowledge of solid-state components and a … Read more
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