First off did that tube arc? Are their any burned resistors around the output tubes? Was it always drawing this low bias voltage, or did this just happen? If no resistors are burned possibly swapping the outputs might help to diagnose the problem. If the problem moves then you know its the tube and the tube will need to be replaced as it has been damaged. If the problem stays at that tube socket then there is a problem with the voltages being applied to that tube socket or the circuit that supplies that socket. That being said, before trying any of these procedures, I would strongly suggest you contact the manufacturer of this amp as they can help you trouble shoot your problem. I don't have your amplifiers' circuit diagram in front of me. Hope that helps....G
First Tube Amp: Advice? Keep spare tubes on hand?
I'll be receiving my first tube amp in a few days.
Please let me know the basics I NEED to know. I really want to know if I should keep a spare set of tubes on hand.
I have read the primers I could find on line.
I thank all of you excellent Audiogon'r's for your excellent advice and information in advance.
Richard
Please let me know the basics I NEED to know. I really want to know if I should keep a spare set of tubes on hand.
I have read the primers I could find on line.
I thank all of you excellent Audiogon'r's for your excellent advice and information in advance.
Richard
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