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Here is a description of my KT77 PP amp:

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And the schema:

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I followed the schema but made some tweaks,as input tube I use the 12AY7 as it has lower gain than the ecc83 wich suits me.
And the phase shifter is now 12AT7 after consulting with a forum member.

And on top of the input tube I use this CCS:

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And at the bottom of the phaseshifter I use this CCS:

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The amp is now dead quiet.........

I should ad that it uses all JJ tubes.
 
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The first commissioned MA-1 modular amplifier. Using triode connected 12 GE5 tubes, it's worth about 25W of sine wave drive. They wanted a blue power button instead of my usual red :p

It features regulated bias, a safety relay that won't turn on B+ unless bias supply is working, and several "status" lights for unlikely troubleshooting.
 

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Tube buffer with Tortuga ePotV.3 Mini (Remote not working as it should)
Buffer board is from Glassware Audio Design. Not sure whether I will build another with LDR volume controll. This is the second manufacturer I am having trouble with. I am still waiting for a board from a New Zealand guy (7 month and counting) I might just go with a quality pot in the future. A lot less hassle and the sound quality is really not better with an LDR volume controll.
I do love the Quality of the buffer board from Glassware however.
 

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Finished PP amplifier :D
 

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