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Integrated tube amp as amp only

My Jolida 1000rc has a main in so it can absolutely be used as an amp only. My question is can I take out the preamp tubes and move them to my tube preamp. They use the same 4 tubes. Turn on the Jolida with the pre tubes removed while using it as an amp only? Is it safe? Or do I need to order another 4 preamp tubes. 

mofojo
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imhififan
2,228 posts
 

Only the 12AX7 are preamp tube, the 12AT7 are driver tube.

If driver tube are not installed, the power amp will not work.

elliottbnewcombjr
5,922 posts
 

I would not leave socket's empty, even if used as Amp, keep tubes/pins in the sockets.

mofojo OP
2,314 posts
 

Just gonna order another 2 sets to get the Jolida operational and move it down the road. 

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