Scratch building a low power SET stereo amplifier using a low cost 6DN7 tube that you would typically find in a television. This tube has dissimilar triodes that are easy to wire into a great sound low power SET amplifier. I made to look like a old military device (this will be used for a shop stereo system)
This amp produces around 1.5 - 2 watts of sonic goodness! (I was blown away!)
These TV tubes have a wide range 25Hz - 21,000Hz (dependant on the OT used)
Deep bass, crisp/bright highs and a wide sound stage.
Specs:
Two 6DN7 vacuum tubes (1 per channel)
Two 5k Primary - 8ohm output transformer (i.e. Hammond 125BSE)
One 275-0-275 ~80ma power transformer (i.e. Hammond 270CX, 270DV, 271X)
The circuit shown is a mixture of topologies that I have built over the years. It is not unique and few will notice similarities between various circuits posted in tube literature and various DIY Forum/Communities. I do not assume any ownership of this design. This is posted for hobby use only. Feel free to copy, adjust and modify.
FAQ and Mod Video: https://youtu.be/8AxjviSu-dA
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Schematic: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1hQbL-HK_ATzb-0PRGwFTesEGwO2fILTC/view?usp=sharing
Parts list: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1liDqfa_4JJo-dRyfa5ji_feFQoRs19LT/view?usp=sharing
Alternate Filament supplies: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1oo-jQPHp9MJe6O-CILmuAxbsJR1Z5ix2/view?usp=sharing
WARNING: Tube amplifiers contain very high and potentially lethal voltages!
Drain all filter caps and check voltages before commencing work.
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0:00 Intro
1:23 Schematic
4:05 Chassis
11:22 Wiring
15:40 Firing it up
19:33 Wiring layout
20:36 Final thoughts
21:19How it sounds
Camera:
Canon M50 (Sigma 16mm 1.4f lens)
iPhone 11
Boya By-M1 Lavaliere Mic
Amp mic'd: Rode VideoMicro
Lighting:
Aputure Amaran AL-M9
Neewer 26" Soft Box
DIY Cake Pan Light: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxlgxDP_aes
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