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What tubes to use
I want to build a tube power amp for my stereo. Tubes have always had
the best sound. Actually two amps, one for each channel. First off, what tubes can I use in Push-Pull Parallel to achieve at least 1000 watts RMS per channel. I want real power. Not peak to peak, but true RMS. Secondly, where can I obtain the output transformers, or will I have to have them custom made, and where? When I was much younger I had two amps that used 4 6L6 tubes in push-pull parallel and I was able to achieve about 120 watts per channel. The sound was great, but 6L6 tubes have their limits on power, and tend to be noisy (at least the old ones did, as I had to shock mount the amps to prevent feedback thru the tubes. Going with 1000 watts, I will need much more control and tubes that can handle the abuse. In reality, I'd like to go for 2500 or even 5000 watts per channel, but I doubt any tubes can handle that. On the other hand. the thought arises to build 4 of these amps, use two for the low end, and the other two for the horns. I assume that for the horns I could cut back some on the power output, but need everything I can get for the bass end, since I intend to build a wall of 16 inch woofers. Thanks for all help. Mark |
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