TL072 opamp replacement

[underwurlde]

My part looks exactly like the top picture. The one I'm replacing looked the same but was nearly 1 1/2 times bigger.

Maybe the chip is in a chip holder as well? If so, replacing the actual chip will be a doddle.

Andy

 

[SyncTronX]

Maybe the chip is in a chip holder as well? If so, replacing the actual chip will be a doddle.

Andy

Andy maybe you can clarify...is a doddle dandy, or not so handy?

 

[JMFahey]

Just curious, did any of you notice that jabba´s post is over 4 years old and he has never visited since?

 

[dotneck335]

Is it possible to replace the NE5532 with OPA1612 in my preamp?

Yes, but the OPA1612 is SOIC-only, so it will need a SOIC-to-DIP adapter. Not a big deal, just a little soldering. The OPA 1612 ( a bi-polar device) is an EXCELLENT choice for low-impedance sources (microphone, phono cartridge, most line-level applications). But for GUITAR usage (high source impedance), the OPA1642 (also SOIC-only) is the better choice--it's an FET and will have lower noise; also FETs usually sound better to most guitarists.

 

[diyralf]

The latest op amp shootout.

 

[Keruskerfuerst]

OPA 2134PA or OPA 1612

 

[txroye]

Hey Guys,
I have an old Allen and Heath 24 chanel mixer which i am currently recapping.
I want to upgrade the TL072CP (527X) on the input channals. Can anyone advise me on a good replacement/ upgrade?

Cheers

 

[NareshBrd]

Why?
It is very good.
Or go for the OPA series.