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TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10002] Mon, 08 October 2007 16:03 Go to next message
Gilipsie is currently offline  Gilipsie
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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?

Re: TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10003 is a reply to message #10002] Sat, 13 October 2007 18:16 Go to previous messageGo to next message
Wayne Parham is currently offline  Wayne Parham
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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.


Re: TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10008 is a reply to message #10003] Sat, 20 October 2007 09:32 Go to previous messageGo to next message
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What happens if I do run a signal through them with the speaker outputs open?

Re: TUbe amps in the greatest shape [message #10009 is a reply to message #10008] Sat, 20 October 2007 10:01 Go to previous message
Wayne Parham is currently offline  Wayne Parham
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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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