This is info for folks in the Scarborough UK area.  We are now focusing on our website business and so we have run out of time to fix amps ! We do carry extensive stocks of quality valves, electrolytic capacitors and valve bases  and always happy to give advice. There are some good amp repair folks who are not too far away. We recommend Paul at Cuenet Services in Sunderland.  If you are an […]
Valve Market Update – July 2025 A Straight-Talking Look at the UK & Global Tube Supply Situation UK Market: Harsh Headwinds for Music Since April 2025, the UK’s economic climate has been tough on the live music scene. The sharp rise in National Insurance and business rates (the dreaded property taxes) has hit hospitality and small venues hard. Many pubs and clubs that used to support local and semi-pro bands have had to scale back
Test To The Limits, Hear Beyond Expectations Background Our goal at Valve Tube Guitar Amps has always been to deliver the absolute highest quality valves. Of course, valve manufacturers do their own quality assurance, but their focus is on valve production and meeting market demands. A lot can go wrong during the manufacturing process. And nothing spoils a gig or jam session faster than a failed valve. Valves are old technology and they can develop
Prices on everything seem to be going up. We are all suffering the effects of inflation. I thought I would make a comparison of trusted valve ( tube) suppliers here in the UK on one of the most common valves, the popular JJ ECC83S. I looked at prices on the morning of 17th September, 2023. I went through the exercise of buying one piece. In each case, I picked the cheapest option to get a
Valve guitar amplifiers have long captivated musicians with their distinctive warm tones, rich harmonics, and organic response. Central to their magic are the valves, also known as vacuum tubes, which play a crucial role in shaping the amp’s sound. If you’re an owner of a valve guitar amp, you may already be aware of the potential for tonal exploration through valve rolling. In this article, we delve into the exciting world of valve rolling, uncovering
It has happened or will happen to you when you’re the proud owner of a valve guitar amp or Hi-Fi amp. It worked fine yesterday and today it has gone weird. The thing is blowing fuses, making weird noises, or dead as a doornail. We, of course, sell valves and related gear, but we don’t want you to buy valves you don’t need. When disaster strikes, there are things you can do to diagnose if