Hi. I found a group (in the NYC area -- the NY Audio Society) that said they would hold a class for people who would like to build their 1st tube amp. There needs to be at least 3 people in the class (currently I am the only one interested in the class). If you live in the NYC are and would like know more about this class (or know about any other clasees for newbies in the NYC area) send me an email at pete2524@yahoo.com