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by Driver8
Fri Mar 17, 2023 7:54 pm
Forum: General Tube Audio Based Discussion
Topic: Variac as bucking transformer
Replies: 0
Views: 9

Variac as bucking transformer

I have this very large Variac that works well and is rated at 22 amps. Would anyone use this as a way to bring the line voltage down to hook up all your tube gear. I could plug a power strip into the variac and have all my tube gear plugged in to that. I refrain from plugging 2 mono blocks and 2 tub...
by Driver8
Mon Aug 15, 2022 2:50 pm
Forum: General Tube Audio Based Discussion
Topic: NOS Orange drops- would you use?
Replies: 2
Views: 548

NOS Orange drops- would you use?

Got these NOS orange drops at a flea market this weekend. Just curious what people think about their usability. Based on the packaging I'm guessing they are at least 35+ years old. Assuming they tested good would you use them in an amplifier? (feel free to elaborate on why/why not)
by Driver8
Thu Aug 19, 2021 2:06 am
Forum: General Tube Audio Based Discussion
Topic: HH SCOTT 299D Sams PHOTOFACT?
Replies: 0
Views: 812

HH SCOTT 299D Sams PHOTOFACT?

Hello. I was wondering if anyone may have a SAMS PHOTOFACT for the HH SCOTT 299-D. I have been able to find the schematic on line but not the complete photofact. I am not sure one even exists for this model. Any help would be greatly appreciated!!!
by Driver8
Tue Mar 09, 2021 12:59 am
Forum: Future Video Ideas
Topic: Virtual Show & Tell
Replies: 16
Views: 4757

Re: Virtual Show & Tell

blueglow wrote: Mon Mar 08, 2021 3:08 pm Question for all, what days / times of week would work for you guys?
after 6 or 7 EST would be best. Day of the week doesnt really matter. Thanks
by Driver8
Sun Mar 07, 2021 2:25 am
Forum: Audio Bench & Dummy Load Setup, Test Equipment, Etc.
Topic: Recommendations for thermal wire stripper
Replies: 5
Views: 2001

Recommendations for thermal wire stripper

I want to start using more Teflon wire. What’s the best thermal wire stripper to get?
by Driver8
Sat Mar 06, 2021 4:04 pm
Forum: Future Video Ideas
Topic: Virtual Show & Tell
Replies: 16
Views: 4757

Re: Virtual Show & Tell

This is a great idea! Not sure I have anything interesting to show, so I would advocate for just being able to join in and watch
by Driver8
Sat Feb 27, 2021 2:32 pm
Forum: General Tube Audio Based Discussion
Topic: The future of vintage audio : Availability of stuff for gear?
Replies: 5
Views: 1662

The future of vintage audio : Availability of stuff for gear?

I will try to make this as short as possible but wanted to say a few things before the question(s). I have really been in to music since my early teens and more recently (last 4-5 years) tube audio. I have acquired some tube gear and that has become my main listening platform. I have become very int...
by Driver8
Thu Feb 25, 2021 3:09 pm
Forum: New User Introduction - Please introduce yourself to the group
Topic: Welcome everyone and thank you for joining the blueglow forum family!
Replies: 279
Views: 55396

Re: Welcome everyone and thank you for joining the blueglow forum family!

Hi, My name is Tony and I live just east of Pittsburgh. I have been watching Mark's videos and trying to learn as much about tube audio as I can to work on some of my own gear and stuff that I pick up at flea markets and estate sales, etc. This is a great idea and I look forward to the information t...