ridger Posted June 2, 2003 Share Posted June 2, 2003 Can amp tubes be switched from one type to another? For example, if an amp has two EL34 power tubes, can you switch them with two 6L6 to get another tone or sound from the amp? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARL FISHER Posted June 2, 2003 Share Posted June 2, 2003 Yes. (If you switch the right ones) To find out about the different tubes, check out the "Yet another tube primer update" post, posted by the Moderator, Myles. It has reviews and charactoristics of just about every preamp and power amp tube. Karl Skynyrd fan forever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KARL FISHER Posted June 2, 2003 Share Posted June 2, 2003 Yes. (If you switch the right ones) To find out about the different tubes, check out the "Yet another tube primer update" post, posted by the Moderator, Myles. It has reviews and charactoristics of just about every preamp and power amp tube. Karl Skynyrd fan forever! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gabriel E. Posted June 2, 2003 Share Posted June 2, 2003 Depends on the amp. On some amps, you can do this with a simple adjustment of the bias control. A lot of modern amps have preset bias switches that allow you to just put in the new tubes and flip the switch. On other amps it can be dangerous though. Put a set of EL 34s in a Fender Twin and you can expect damage to the amp because the tubes will draw more current than the amp can provide. Throw in a set of 6V6s and you can kiss those tubes goodbye - they won't be able to handle the plate voltage. "You never can vouch for your own consciousness." - Norman Mailer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teahead Posted June 2, 2003 Share Posted June 2, 2003 Hi ridger, welcome aboard! You should post your amp model and details of the tubes you are considering replacing. I've no doubt that someone here will point you in the right direction, certainly no one will let your amp come to any harm. Good Luck. Pedal Clips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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