HAHA! When I typed the title, I got a list of threads under the heading "Is this already being discussed here?" - Well, I hope not! I only meant that I won't greet you strangers the way my dog would.
This place is kind of intimidating, as I'm just a guitar builder & home recordist who solders only when necessary. I have tinkered with & repaired electronics, especially recapping PCBs. I have wired dozens of electric guitars & a couple houses. But I certainly don't understand how the stuff fundamentally works, I merely follow directions.
I found this site was because lately I've been searching for info on tube amps and fell into a wonderland - your member builds area. I spent a whole evening just scrolling thru all your builds, gobsmacked! DIY?!?! No, no, no! I mean, sure in the literal sense that you're making things from scratch. But, I see predominantly professional quality work here. Makes no difference whether you sell it. Indeed, the best work is hard to sell, because the general public aren't discerning and it's not economical to make anything all by oneself from start to finish these days. SAD to say! But, rest assured, few who work at any factory could do everyone's job there. You do. That's damn impressive!
This place is kind of intimidating, as I'm just a guitar builder & home recordist who solders only when necessary. I have tinkered with & repaired electronics, especially recapping PCBs. I have wired dozens of electric guitars & a couple houses. But I certainly don't understand how the stuff fundamentally works, I merely follow directions.
I found this site was because lately I've been searching for info on tube amps and fell into a wonderland - your member builds area. I spent a whole evening just scrolling thru all your builds, gobsmacked! DIY?!?! No, no, no! I mean, sure in the literal sense that you're making things from scratch. But, I see predominantly professional quality work here. Makes no difference whether you sell it. Indeed, the best work is hard to sell, because the general public aren't discerning and it's not economical to make anything all by oneself from start to finish these days. SAD to say! But, rest assured, few who work at any factory could do everyone's job there. You do. That's damn impressive!
Hello Slerner-
Welcome to DIY audio. I'm just a newbie myself, but I too very much like the braintrust of knowledge and advice that is available here. Electronics, and audio in general is a rich and rewarding area to learn more of, so don't be shy in asking questions. I and most here love to help, in whatever way we each can. I too love repairing, upgrading and building amplifiers and audio equipment, and enjoy the builds. My latest project and first build posting is probably the pinnacle of cheesy, and far from audiophile, but it was sure fun: Kraco 8-Track Reborn as the 4 Watt "Germanium Bake King"
Welcome again, take care, and hope to see you around. -Warren
Welcome to DIY audio. I'm just a newbie myself, but I too very much like the braintrust of knowledge and advice that is available here. Electronics, and audio in general is a rich and rewarding area to learn more of, so don't be shy in asking questions. I and most here love to help, in whatever way we each can. I too love repairing, upgrading and building amplifiers and audio equipment, and enjoy the builds. My latest project and first build posting is probably the pinnacle of cheesy, and far from audiophile, but it was sure fun: Kraco 8-Track Reborn as the 4 Watt "Germanium Bake King"
Welcome again, take care, and hope to see you around. -Warren