Tightening Tube Sockets There are many ways to find yourself with an amplifier that has loose sockets. It usually doesn’t cause huge problems at first, which is why a lot of players may ignore it at first. But, give it some time, and problems start flying out left and right. But worry no more! Today, […]
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 […]
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Tube rolling is a process of trying out different tubes in the same position of your amplifier and settling on the one that sounds the best to you. Tubes are the one and only solution for many music lovers and audiophiles, with a majority of them arguing that the warmth and clarity of a tube-equipped […]
If your tube amp has suddenly began to crackle, you’re likely to find yourself getting frustrated very quickly. Many different things can cause this annoying issue, and isolating the problem can prove difficult. Luckily, this guide will help take you through the possibilities step-by-step so you can figure out what’s causing the crackling (and how […]
Tube amps require a good deal of maintenance and basic upkeep in order to continue functioning as intended. Any true hobbyist will commit to a regular maintenance schedule to make sure that they can enjoy their tube amp far into the future. If you’re reading this article, you probably fit into this category. A tube […]
Completing Do It Yourself projects can give you one of the most fun and satisfying feelings anyone could have. Not to mention that DIY tasks could potentially save you more money in the process—if you know what you are doing. Accomplishing something yourself is also an excellent way to tailor a project specifically to your […]
Tube amps are highly sought after for their beautiful sound quality, but because of usual wear and tear, your prized amp should be expected to deteriorate with time. However, if you learn how to properly bias a tube amp, you can help lessen and even prevent this wear and tear from occuring. In a few […]
Considering the usefulness of tube amps, especially to musical instruments like the guitar, you’ll find many musically inclined people constantly experimenting with creating their own special tube guitar amps for best effects. Knowing, as they do, the intricacies of musical notes and sounds, and understanding the impact of it, they are actually quite adept at […]
