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Offline Legless Bluesman

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What is this
« on: May 20, 2021, 05:09:25 pm »
Hi there, I'm brand new to the forum. I'm just starting out in the amp builders world and I came upon this nicely built unit. But I'm not sure what it is so I thought I would ask the experts. Thank you

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Re: What is this
« Reply #1 on: May 20, 2021, 06:57:47 pm »
Looks like a homemade rack unit for who knows what.
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: What is this
« Reply #2 on: May 20, 2021, 09:05:18 pm »
It has 7 pin preamp tube sockets. I hooked a hammond ao-14  power and output transformer to it the tubes warmed up the light in front came on but no noise not even a nasty dog killing squeal.

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Re: What is this
« Reply #3 on: May 20, 2021, 09:09:51 pm »
I'd like to turn it into something simple like a early fender design while retaining the nice craftsmanship.

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Re: What is this
« Reply #4 on: May 21, 2021, 05:33:58 am »
it's well laid out, so start sketching a schematic, without that, the PT and OT data, it's sorta just a wall hanger
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Re: What is this
« Reply #5 on: May 21, 2021, 07:00:21 pm »
How do I start a schematic. I tried to figure out where everything is going with a continuity test but once the signal goes into the  buttplug circuit board I lose track of where everything goes. Is there any information on the web about building up schematic? Thanks for your help.

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Re: What is this
« Reply #6 on: May 21, 2021, 07:14:00 pm »
It has 7 pin preamp tube sockets. I hooked a hammond ao-14  power and output transformer to it the tubes warmed up the light in front came on but no noise not even a nasty dog killing squeal.
Please tell us what you connected those transformers to. Be specific.
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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