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Nathanman

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Looking for a first tube(valve) amplifier to see what the hype is all about. I currently run a Lesboxed Yaqin Pre on my turntable and would like to try a tube amp for the speakers too. I'm in the UK and am not looking to spend huge amounts.
 
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For Sale Thread 'ANK (née Audio Note Kits) EL34 Integrated Valve Amplifier £1,200'

This amp was built by me (ex Pye, EMI and Cossor) and features C-core output transformers, Mundorf silver/oil capacitors, choke regulated PSU, many Audio Note parts, and is currently fitted with four JJ 6CA7 output valves (spare new EL34s included). 35 watts of modern valve sound per channel. In as new condition. Collection from the Woodford Green area of outer London or cost of petrol for delivery (distance within reason). Happy to demo sound and build quality. £1,200.
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Nathanman said:
Looking for a first tube(valve) amplifier to see what the hype is all about. I currently run a Lesboxed Yaqin Pre on my turntable and would like to try a tube amp for the speakers too. I'm in the UK and am not looking to spend huge amounts.
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Keep in mind the nominal impedance of your speakers & compatibility with amp chosen, Most valve amps have 4, 8 & 16-ohm taps but some do not with 8 & 16 only. It won't damage amp if you hook-up 4-ohm speakers to 8-ohm taps but it's not optimal. Don't rule out sorted vintage either, some fantastic ones from Pye, Leak, Radford, of course QUAD and many others, all UK made. Depending on your skill set, try and audition it first so you know it's in good running order. If a vintage amp has been properly gone thru it will be set for a long time. But it should be free from hum, crackles, or other obvious noise. And don't rule out a well built DIY amp either. But if you do go that route you want to see the inside wiring and assess how well work done.

Good Hunting!
 
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