Tubes
Thu, 03/02/2023 - 09:39
Hi Skip,
Do tubes improve with use or do they degrade a little each time you use them?
I have recently tenderised the speakers (50+ hours) in my Bassman as well as changing the two resistors, adding an adjustable bias pot and changed the tubes and rectifier as recommended by David and Mark on the bassman chronicles, and I wondered if the tubes have a wear in period?
The amp sounds awsome, even with my limited harp skills.
Many thanks
Saul
Hello Saul- Thanks for writing. I don't believe tubes improve in a significant way with age. They DO gradually wear out but it is very important to remember that tubes last MUCH longer than internet poseurs and tube sellers want you to believe! Just run that amp and enjoy.
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