Hey everyone. I'm working on restoring/repairing the amplifier on an old Fender Rhodes Suitcase piano. I'm in the process of procuring components I need.
I found 2 out-of-spec wire-wound resistors. At least I think they're wire-wound resistors. These are those Rockwood, square, sandblock style resistors, 0.5 ohm 5W +/-10%. They both read high out of tolerance.
My question is can I just get any wire-wound resistor of the same resistance and wattage? Or, do I need to find one that also has the sand/cement coating the same as what I'm replacing? I'm asking because I'm having trouble finding a sandblock type resistor with the same resistance and wattage. I found some with higher wattage, but they're way too big and won't fit on the board
Another question is do I have to use one of those "boutique", audio-grade resistors? Or, can it just be a general purpose type?
If any other info is needed, just ask.
Thanks for any help.
I found 2 out-of-spec wire-wound resistors. At least I think they're wire-wound resistors. These are those Rockwood, square, sandblock style resistors, 0.5 ohm 5W +/-10%. They both read high out of tolerance.
My question is can I just get any wire-wound resistor of the same resistance and wattage? Or, do I need to find one that also has the sand/cement coating the same as what I'm replacing? I'm asking because I'm having trouble finding a sandblock type resistor with the same resistance and wattage. I found some with higher wattage, but they're way too big and won't fit on the board
Another question is do I have to use one of those "boutique", audio-grade resistors? Or, can it just be a general purpose type?
If any other info is needed, just ask.
Thanks for any help.