TeddFoxx Posted February 12, 2002 Share Posted February 12, 2002 I've read that the power break has blown output transformers on Heads? Is anyone else heard anything about this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Binky_dup1 Posted February 12, 2002 Share Posted February 12, 2002 Don't know about the Marshall powerbrake, but I have a THD hotplate attenuator and have no problem. It is very important that the units be matched to the impedence of the amp, and that it be wired correctly, also be sure its hooked up, and the cords are good. If the power from the amp is not handled correctly it will definiely damage something. Dont use them on solid state amps. 4ohms means 4 ohms, 8 ohms means 8 ohms, dont put a 4 ohm load on a 16 ohm amp or the other way around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DC Posted February 12, 2002 Share Posted February 12, 2002 The thing about power brakes etc is that people run their amps full out and then cut the volume. When you crank your amp you are really giving all of it's components hell. A lot of the blown amp stories would have happened with or without the power brake. The brake just made the amp less loud before it fried. -David http://www.garageband.com/artist/MichaelangelosMuse Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sylver Posted February 13, 2002 Share Posted February 13, 2002 I've read and heard that the THD Hotplate unit is a better solution and easier on your amp than the Power Brake. Jack I really don't know what to put here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minnie The Moocher Posted February 14, 2002 Share Posted February 14, 2002 ... but more expensive Philippe - aka "Minnie The Moocher"- is a proud member of the Xanadu Team - visit us at www.Xanaduteam.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lrbreez Posted February 14, 2002 Share Posted February 14, 2002 I've never had any problems using my Powerbrake. Buddy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myles_rose Posted February 17, 2002 Share Posted February 17, 2002 Any amp being run flat out into a load has to be in pretty good shape. If an output tube fails, and there is no B+ fuse (which is the case on many amps), you run the risk of causing the output transformer to fail. If your filter caps are not in good condition, stray signals can also tax other components in the amp. Make sure your amp is in good shape, and you should be fine. The Hot Plate that was mentioned above, it a newer generation of the attenuator idea than the Power Brake and has some additional features and works very well. I have used Power Brakes, GT speaker emulators, and other devices, and at this time, the Hot Plate is the nicest item like this on the market to my ears. It is also small and easy to use. Regards Myles S. Rose www.guitaramplifierblueprinting.com www.la-economy.blogspot.com www.facebook.com/mylesr www.twitter.com/myles111us Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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