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Amp Kit?

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by Usul, Nov 9, 2001.

  1. Nov 9, 2001 #1
    Usul

    Usul

    Apr 16, 2000
    Valley Springs,CA (Sierra foothills)
    Us "old timers" remember the do it yourself radio kits right?Just wondering if anybody makes a small
    amp kit(tube or ss.)?Nothing fancy,just to put together as a fun project for myself and the kids.
    Maybe there is a website that has plans?
    I would need something fairly low tech as I am not
    the great handy man.;)


    Thanks
     
  2. Nov 9, 2001 #2
    Chasarms

    Chasarms Casual Observer

    May 24, 2001
    Saint Louis, MO USA
    The plate voltages on even the smallest of tube amps are beyond what a beginning engineer would want to mess with.

    I am not too sure about SS kits. I have seen the subject mentioned a few times here, but don't ever recall anyone posting link to an actual maker or retailer.


    Chas
     
  3. Nov 9, 2001 #3
    Tapp

    Tapp

    Aug 29, 2001
    USA, Mississippi
    The kit "phenom" appears to mostly be targeted at tube loving guitarists although there are some bottom lovers getting in on the action. I have not seen any SS kits; honestly I haven't been looking for any either.

    K. O'Conner www.londonpower.com has some books that feature project kits. "Tonnes of Tone" has a cool little bass preamp kit and he's got some new books coming out with more info.

    Tapp
     
  4. Nov 9, 2001 #4
    Joris

    Joris

    Jan 20, 2000
    Zevenbergen, The Netherlands
    I have a kit amp I used to play a lot on. Really abused it, you know. Designed to last, built like a tank.

    look at http://www.velleman.be and search for the K4010. That's the one I got.
     
  5. Nov 10, 2001 #5
    Gallient Knight

    Gallient Knight

    Jul 31, 2001
    Milford CT
    http://www.torresengineering.com/maktubam.html


    All kinds of kits from instrument mods to full amps. Made a big name for himself by doing most of the electric mods to the late 80's metal gods.

    I have had the pleasure of hearing alot of his work. Great stuff. And a helpful staff if you need questions answered.