Bias Express From Bias Point?

[invalidcd]

Can you bias the express from the bias point with just a meter.

thanks

[tubedogsmith]

You can read your negative bias voltage there, but not your current draw.

[invalidcd]

In the Trainwreck pages Ken says its better to use the voltage method rather than the current draw method for the express. I ask b/c this would be a much easier way to bias.

[tubedogsmith]

Well, it that's the way you want to do it you're all set then. Set it at -32v and go for it.

[invalidcd]

thanks for the input, i appreciate it.

[tubetek]

"In the Trainwreck pages Ken says its better to use the voltage method rather than the current draw method for the express."

I think Ken's point was to allow swapping 6V6 and EL34 without re-biasing...Setting to that voltage is a compromise for either tube but safe for both. To get the best tone, use a method that measures current unless you plan to swap in the 6V6s without adjustment. HTH
Tom

[invalidcd]

Thats exactly what I wanted to know, thank you.