amp repair (Fender)
Fender Amp Power Supply Problem
Wednesday, June 18th, 2008This video found on YouTube is a perfect example of a filter cap problem. On solid state units like this one, through vibration and assembly techniques, components can work themselves lose from the circuit board. The owner greg1485 from this video literally has his finger on the problem.
In a perfect situation with a […]
Tube Glove for Hot Tubes
Monday, April 28th, 2008This is a short video on a tube glove. I’ve used many things but there’s nothing that beats a tube glove. It’s always best to let tubes cool down before moving them around but there are times when this is not possible.
The tube glove for guitar amps enables you to get a firm […]
Tube Amp - Bent Tube Pins
Thursday, March 27th, 2008
This video shows how I straighten bent tube pins. Try to be careful when you insert your tube into a tube socket. If you look at the socket, you will notice an blank space (no hole). Align your tube accordingly.
Never force, but sometimes takes a little pressure to get the tube […]
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe Amp Repair Video Part 2
Friday, March 21st, 2008
In this amp repair video, I’m showing how to clean the pots. Just a little spray into each (small opening in the pot casing) and then work the knob.
I WOULD RECOMMEND TURNING OFF THE AMP AND UNPLUGGING FROM THE WALL FIRST.
Clean the jacks also and make sure they are nice and tight to the […]
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe Amp Repair Video Part 3
Saturday, March 15th, 2008
In this amp repair video, I’m basically showing how you can take a drumstick and probe around to see if anything is loose on the board. Also give a light friction test to tubes. If you have a bad tube, sometimes a light tap can get it to spit or malfunction.
You […]
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe Repair Video
Monday, March 10th, 2008
This is an amp that was brought in for repair. Mainly dirt and worn tubes. I show some of the waveforms from the scope. I will go into more detail in later videos.
This type of repair is usually not that involved. A good cleaning, new tubes, bias, check tube sockets and […]
Checking for Blown Diaphram
Monday, January 21st, 2008Here is a video I did in the shop to test an EV Eliminator High Frequency Driver. (Horn) Customer stated it didn’t work. This is how I determined it was defective before ordering. The important thing to remember is there are numerous situations where an ohm meter comes in handy with music […]
Guitar Amp Repair Stand
Wednesday, January 16th, 2008
This is a simple, easy to build amp stand. Great way to protect the tubes while you service your amp. I’ve found it fits most amps with plenty of clearance underneath.
2- 2 x 6 in. plywood
2- 2 x 4 in.
2- 4 x 4 in.
…length can vary to suit your needs.
Fluke 883AB AC-DC Differential […]
Glowing Output Tube Trouble
Sunday, January 13th, 2008Here’s a video I saw on YouTube that is interesting by mistertonemaster. He took the time to capture a glowing output tube on tape. These come in the shop sometimes. If you experience this in your amp, turn it off immediately and take it in for repair. Simply replacing a tube […]
Basics of Electronic Soldering
Sunday, January 6th, 2008
This is a video I found on Youtube.com by Curiousinventor.com.
I thought it pretty good since he covers a lot of the important points in soldering. You can apply these same procedures in working with your equipment. This page will definately grow in information and more videos as soon as I find the time.
I will also […]