It is common design practice  overrunning output valves. It is done with all types . There are some amps that use EL34’s and run them way over 500 volts. This…

Quick Intro to the Fender Bassbreaker 007 The Fender Bassbreaker 007 is a cute little valve amp. There are two versions – a head and a combo. It has two…

I thought it worth the time De-Mystifying Sovtek 12AX7 WA WB WC Variants. Why are there three versions of the Sovtek 12AX7 and what use one versus the other? One common…

Here are Things learned about Valve Amps in 2018 . They are in no particular order. Perhaps some useful info about your amp. I thought I would share them before…

Another Fender Hot Rod Deluxe arrived .  This was one of the early ones in really nice physical condition dating from around 1998.   It was made in the USA.  Alas,…

The Fender Blues Jr is a popular amp. It has enough power with 15 watts for small gigs and it does have the Fender tone with a hint of “Britishness”…

A Fender Hot Rod Deluxe arrived that was not well. These 40 watt amps sound pretty good when they are working. However, a number of faults appear as they age….

A Fender Hot Rod DeVille arrived as it was very unwell.  I decided not to even switch it on but get the back off and examine the innards. One of…

A Memory-Filled Journey Into The Life Of Guitar Legend Leo Fender The world occasionally produces one of those rare thinkers whose name becomes iconic. Thomas Edison lit up the world;…