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The issue with this amp is beyond obvious, and I never even once considered it was because of the filter caps. That was a reference to other "broken" amps I got on CL, and why my past successes gave me the confidence to take a chance on this $50 Ampeg SVT3-Pro. '65 Twin Reverb Reissue - $400...

Ok, thanks Ok, thanks. You obviously know a lot more than I do. Although I’ve had a string of lucky successes with Craigslist “broken” amps lately. Mostly just recapping filter caps. And yes, I discharge the old ones to the frame before sticking my fingers in there ;)

I misposted with “power tubes”

but there tubes in the power section

I have zero interest in fixing this amp. The question was about a safety issue. Thanks! Btw, I always enjoy your posts :)

actually why I posted here. I wanted knowledgeable opinions. Not sure if I could get more accurate description , the power section does not work, the R27 resistor obviously failed in a spectacular fashion, I have zero interest in repairing it. Just asking about the power tubes which has still...

The PCB has a burnt crater where R27 used to be. There's a thread somewhere (maybe here) about somebody trying connect the speaker out to the wrong thing, and that same resistor catching on fire. Looks the same issue here, it could even be the same amp for all I know. I have zero interest in...

BTW, my Mom lived in Santa Maria for a number of years. Is the mini golf by the freeway still there?

Yes, the 12AX7 and 12AU7 driver tubes in the power section.

It's been a while since I posted here, but have been lurking. I have a question about my Craigslist Ampeg SVT3 Pro head I just bought (not working) for $50. I was hoping it was an easy fix, but R27 in the power section left a crater in the PCB when somebody made a mistake. I've read that's the...

If anyone is interested, this was recorded with a tort pickguarded Precision with flatwound strings. Progressive Rock with a flatwound PBass | TalkBass.com

flats and a tort pickguard

Just for the heck of it, make sure there's two truss rods. If not, it's probably a counterfeit.

McCartney sound - use flats, a pick, a mute, and a lot of practice. I think he composed genius basslines in the Beatles.

unacceptable!