Tube Amp Archive

Hi again rock_mumbles, I've just had my meter on R10 as you suggested and can't get a reading. I checked all the other power resistors while I was at it & they all seem fine. It looks as though you were spot on. It looks like a trip to Maplins is on the cards. Thanks mate, I'll let you know if it wo...

This is for Steve M.
I actually replaced the valves & speaker about three years ago & it's been fine up to now. I did the Fromel upgrade hoping it might cure the problem but it didn't work. On a brighter note, it should sound awesome for the upgrade when I do get it running again.

Thanks rock_mumbles. I'll meter the resistor you mentioned and replace it if that's what's needed. I'll let you know if this is the problem. Once again thanks for taking the time to reply.

I upgraded the vales(tubes) & speaker a while back & everything was good. I switched it on a few days ago & there was an odd noise then silence. I checked &replaced the tubes ( I already had some spares) ....nothing. I thought this might be a good time for a Fromel upgrade, so I replaced the caps, d...