Standby question
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Jeffrec
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Re: Standby question
I was just reading where someone suggested turning it off right away. The standby is used mostly when you're warming the amp up, so you don't hit the tubes with a crapload of current straight away.
p.s. I think I should have said "voltage" vs "current". I'm no electrical whiz, just know a few basics
I was just reading where someone suggested turning it off right away. The standby is used mostly when you're warming the amp up, so you don't hit the tubes with a crapload of current straight away.
p.s. I think I should have said "voltage" vs "current". I'm no electrical whiz, just know a few basics
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Jeffrec
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I agree. It's probably a good idea to do it. I usually do, then switch off the standby and play until nothing comes out of the speakers. I can't remember where I read the thing about whether it's necessary to keep it on for any length of time. I know it's vital to let the amp warm up a minute or so before hitting the switch.
I agree. It's probably a good idea to do it. I usually do, then switch off the standby and play until nothing comes out of the speakers. I can't remember where I read the thing about whether it's necessary to keep it on for any length of time. I know it's vital to let the amp warm up a minute or so before hitting the switch.
Simon_F
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I've always thought that standby is only for when you're turning it on. You leave the amp in standby for a couple of minutes to let the tubes warm up before you hit them with the current. I never use standby when switching off - just remember to put the switch back so its in the right position next time you turn on. When switching off it's best to let the tubes cool down as much as possible before moving the amp. (i.e. go and chat to your legions of adoring female fans...)
I've always thought that standby is only for when you're turning it on. You leave the amp in standby for a couple of minutes to let the tubes warm up before you hit them with the current. I never use standby when switching off - just remember to put the switch back so its in the right position next time you turn on. When switching off it's best to let the tubes cool down as much as possible before moving the amp. (i.e. go and chat to your legions of adoring female fans...)
Simon_F
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Is this the way one drains the caps?
Don't worry, I'm not holding a screwdriver :biglaugh:
Is this the way one drains the caps?
Don't worry, I'm not holding a screwdriver :biglaugh:
Jeffrec
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That's my understanding.
p.s. BTW legions of adoring female fans is why we got into playing guitar, right?:laughing:
That's my understanding.
p.s. BTW legions of adoring female fans is why we got into playing guitar, right?:laughing:
Simon_F
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Yeah, I just wish they'd give me a few moments peace some time though! :bigok:
Yeah, I just wish they'd give me a few moments peace some time though! :bigok:
Jeffrec
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Hey. It's all part of the bargain. Once they get a taste of a guitar player (especially a lead player), they're ruined for lesser men:smokin:
Hey. It's all part of the bargain. Once they get a taste of a guitar player (especially a lead player), they're ruined for lesser men:smokin:
More-Gear-Than-Skill
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Directly off for me. I know on startup it's to prevent cathode stripping (which happens if you slam cold tubes with high voltage) The heaters create an electron cloud duing heating...and yadda
Directly off for me. I know on startup it's to prevent cathode stripping (which happens if you slam cold tubes with high voltage) The heaters create an electron cloud duing heating...and yadda
