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TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10002]

Mon, 08 October 2007 16:03

Gilipsie
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Registered: May 2009

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How do I keep my tube amp in the best of shape, in good working condition? I sometimes turn my amp on before I plug it on, is that a good idea?

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Re: TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10003 is a reply to message #10002]

Sat, 13 October 2007 18:16

Wayne Parham
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Registered: January 2001

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Just use it from time to time, and always keep speakers connected when power is applied. Don't run a signal through them with the speaker outputs open. Keep them in a good environment free of large temperature changes, dust and debris.

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Re: TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10008 is a reply to message #10003]

Sat, 20 October 2007 09:32

Gilipsie
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What happens if I do run a signal through them with the speaker outputs open?

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Re: TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10009 is a reply to message #10008]

Sat, 20 October 2007 10:01

Wayne Parham
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Registered: January 2001

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The voltage across the plate rises very high. It can exceed the maximum plate voltage rating in some cases. Certainly don't apply a signal to the preamp inputs with gain turned up if there is no load.

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