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    Noisy ST120 amplifier

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    Gabriel


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    Join date : 2022-01-23

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    Post by Gabriel Tue Mar 01, 2022 9:53 am


    Hi

    I recently built a ST120 amplifier.
    When I first started using the amp, the amplifier seemed to be ok.
    Recently, I noticed what was initially a faint buzzing noise when I placed my ear close to the amp, not the speakers.
    Tonight, after a few hours of listening, I turned down the volume and I noticed the buzzing noise was louder.
    I think it’s coming from the solid state rectifier, wz68. I also noticed the power transformer was almost hot to the touch.
    Output transformers were fine, same for the BIAS voltage.
    I’m not certain if I should be concerned.

    Regards

    Gabriel
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    Gabriel


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    Post by Gabriel Tue Mar 01, 2022 10:06 am

    Hi

    I noticed this information when I was browsing the internet, stating that the wz68 is for guitar amps??
    I’m confused?

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