I haven’t gotten the time to complete the testing on the Curly Maple yet, but I did receive a couple of tubes for which I’ve been waiting so I can try them in the new amp.
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Another JJ Bites the Dust
While working in my office today I suddenly realized that the music had stopped. Looking at the Source Selector Preamp showed that the output levels were not moving. A little investigating revealed the culprit.
Continue readingThe 6V6 Curly Maple Amplifier is Complete
The resistors for which I’ve been waiting to finish the amp showed up in the mail yesterday. Today I got the final resistor installed and did a full check on the amplifier.
Continue readingAssembly Complete… Almost
I took some time yesterday to finish up the 6V6 Curly Maple assembly. Everything is complete and in place except for the main dropping resistor, Rd.
Continue readingTop Plate Complete
I had a good bit of time to work this morning and I completed the top plate wiring. The next step is to get it affixed to the chassis.
Continue readingCurly Maple Power Supply Progress
I carved out some more time to work on the amp today. I managed to get the entire power supply section wired in.
Continue reading6V6 Curly Maple Progress
In spite of some other things commanding my time, I’ve finally managed to get started on the wiring for the new amplifier.
Continue readingA Quick Note on Content
Something has come up a couple of times recently and I’d like to quickly address it once and for all.
Continue reading6V6 Curly Maple Mechanical Assembly
I took some time this morning, now that the paint is dry on the top plate, to install the mechanical aspects of the amp. The top plate is now fully populated.
Continue reading6V6 Curly Maple Amp – On the Launch Pad
While dealing with my other spring chores, I’ve been working to get the finish applied to the amplifier’s top plate. While not perfect, I believe it is acceptable enough for me to proceed.
Continue readingMusings on the New Amplifier
I keep referring to the new amplifier as the 6V6 “Curly Maple” Amplifier. But is it really?
Continue reading6V6 “Curly Maple” First Assembly
The chassis has all its coats of oil finish and things started coming together today.
Continue readingGetting Closer
I managed to steal a little time over Easter to do a some work in the shop. The chassis for the new 6V6 “Curly Maple” Amplifier is coming along nicely.
Continue readingSlow Progress
After some delay I have managed to finish all the metal work for the Marblewood Upgrade Amplifier. Hereafter referred to as the 6V6 Curly Maple Amplifier.
Continue readingMore Chaos on the Work Desk
Having performed the investigations I wanted on the gain stage on which I was working, I then moved on to another part of the project. And the chaos from a couple of days ago was nothing compared to yesterday.
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