5e3 head layout

[timmyjoe]

Making an amp for a friend. Think I read that it is good to keep the transformers away from other parts.

I am worried about all the weight being in one side. Anything else I should consider?

[sluckey]

The internet is full of pics that show what a successful 5E3 head should look like. I would not stray too far.

     https://www.flickr.com/photos/137947485@N03/sets/72157669582686771

[Latole]

Making an amp for a friend. Think I read that it is good to keep the transformers away from other parts.

 

Keep away Power Transformer from preamp tubes only .

https://www.littledawgamps.com/tweed-deluxe/

[pdf64]

Layout is a key aspect of turning a circuit diagram into a correctly working (or otherwise) real world amp.
Until you get a firm grasp on the concepts, to avoid frustration / disappointment, I think it would be better to use a proven design.
Michael at Modulus is a highly competent engineer, see his take on the matter

https://modulusamplification.com/Tweed-Deluxe-Style-Head-Chassis-P5411536.aspx

https://modulusamplification.com/Modulus-Tweed-Deluxe-Head-kit-12-Watt-Output-P5397343.aspx

Most amps chassis are extremely unbalanced, there are pressing constraints to keep power supplies and output stages away from input stages and preamps.
The imbalance isn’t a big deal generally, perhaps consider offsetting the cab handle if that’s still a concern.

[Latole]

Layout is a key aspect of turning a circuit diagram into a correctly working (or otherwise) real world amp.
Until you get a firm grasp on the concepts, to avoid frustration / disappointment, I think it would be better to use a proven design.
Michael at Modulus is a highly competent engineer, see his take on the matter

https://modulusamplification.com/Tweed-Deluxe-Style-Head-Chassis-P5411536.aspx

https://modulusamplification.com/Modulus-Tweed-Deluxe-Head-kit-12-Watt-Output-P5397343.aspx

Most amps chassis are extremely unbalanced, there are pressing constraints to keep power supplies and output stages away from input stages and preamps.
The imbalance isn’t a big deal generally, perhaps consider offsetting the cab handle if that’s still a concern.

100% right !