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Offline Paulycoo

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Vvr power reduction with Hoffman Princeton reverb build
« on: August 24, 2017, 02:58:43 pm »
Hello from the Lake district UK.
I'm nearing the end of my Hoffman Princeton reverb build and was wondering if I could add a small power scaling or vvr/vcb to it?
I've found a simple kit on Ampbuilders site that's for cathode biased amps.
I've read that my Princeton is adjustable fixed bias.
Could anyone advise please?
Many thanks Paul McNamara

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Re: Vvr power reduction with Hoffman Princeton reverb build
« Reply #1 on: August 24, 2017, 03:25:19 pm »
The VVR for cathode biased amps will not work with a fixed bias amp. You need a VVR for fixed bias amps. May I suggest you get the 'stock' amp working first then modify it after you know it's working properly?
A schematic, layout, and hi-rez pics are very useful for troubleshooting your amp. Don't wait to be asked. JUST DO IT!

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Re: Vvr power reduction with Hoffman Princeton reverb build
« Reply #3 on: August 24, 2017, 05:17:37 pm »
Check attachment.

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Re: Vvr power reduction with Hoffman Princeton reverb build
« Reply #4 on: August 29, 2017, 10:55:23 am »
Thank you much appreciated

 


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