Looking for a good project for some salvaged transformers.

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Matt D
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Looking for a good project for some salvaged transformers.

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In the past couple of weeks i've come across some nice power transformers I'd like to find a good use for. In both cases I have the schematics and I'd like to figure out some suitable amp builds for them.

The first is from a Hewlett-Packard audio oscillator that originally powered 2 6v6's, 1 6l6, 2 6sj7's, a 6sq7 and a 5y3.

The other is a Stancor from a Voice of Music Tape Recorder and it powered a single ended 6v6 amp, 3 12ax7s, 1 12au7, and a 6e5 eye tube. I have the single ended output transformer but I was wondering if the PT might be suitable for a tweed 5e3 or Harvard build. If not I'll probably make a Vibro-Champ.

Schematics are attached.

Any suggestions?
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passfan
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Re: Looking for a good project for some salvaged transformers.

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Calculate the current ratings of your PT's here.

https://tubeamparchive.com/viewtopic.php?t=13747

This will give you the info to know for sure. I'd wire that SE 6V6 back up with an extra input stage and give it a listen. It should give you a nice range of sounds from cream to scream.
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