Any one here do a Tube to Diode mod to the power supply?
If so what were the differences?
Thanks
mdr
If so what were the differences?
Thanks
mdr
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PH-16 Tube rectifier vs diode mod
mdelrossi- Posts : 5
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Roy Mottram- Admin
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your B+ will go up 20-30vdc, some parts of the HV regulator may overhead, and if you've got good ears you may hear a harshness or edge to the sound,
none of which I would recommend to save a $5 tube.
none of which I would recommend to save a $5 tube.
mdelrossi- Posts : 5
Join date : 2018-12-07
Thanks.
I was wondering if it would change the sound.
Are there sound differences in 12x4 tubes?
I was wondering if it would change the sound.
Are there sound differences in 12x4 tubes?
Roy Mottram- Admin
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I don't have "magic" or audiophile grade hearing, I can't hear any difference in rectifier tubes, but some people claim they can