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Post by John on Jun 7, 2006 8:10:34 GMT -7
When I first got my Route 66, it came with the preamp tubes removed. I didn't know which socket was the EF86 vs 12AX7. I called Dr. Z amplifiers in Cleveland and requested a call back to tell me which socket was which.
The Dr. Himself called me back and helped me out. He also offered this additional piece of information:
He said those big bottle KT-66's need 20 minutes to fully warm up. He added that's why many people think the second set sounds better...because the tubes are fully warmed up.
Has anyone noticed this? Lately I have. When I blast away in the basement (with an attenuator so I can push the amp), after about 15/20 minutes, I can tell a difference. It's MUCH spongier (if that's a word). Only really noticable on the (low) E and A strings. Or some big Pete Townsend power chords.
Also, it could be my ears, but I think the high end drops a bit when it's fully warmed up.
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Post by Telemanic on Jun 7, 2006 9:34:16 GMT -7
Mine definately sounds fatter, richer, and more sustain after a few songs, so i do beleive that they have a substantial heat up period.
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Post by zman on Aug 11, 2006 2:19:25 GMT -7
What is the order of the tubes are they supposed to be placed in?
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Post by Phil (aka Phil) on Aug 11, 2006 4:09:12 GMT -7
I noticed the long warm up time right away (mine's one of the first 66's made). I think *everything* sounds better after about 20 minutes- bass response, feel, harmonics, everything. It might just be my imagination, but it seems to like to be played loud to warm up; just leaving it on standby for 20 minutes before the gig starts ain't enough.
The EF86 is the one farthest from the power tubes; the 12AX7 (phase inverter) is the one in the middle.
PDW
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Post by zman on Aug 12, 2006 4:17:19 GMT -7
Thanks Guys... I gigged with a 66 tonight for the first time with a airbrake and buckers.... I Loved It!!!!! Now, I know I need a A/B rig though for the few traditional country tunes where I need a little cleaner tone with some more highs.
What would you route 66 users recommend for that sound to work with the 66?
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Post by John on Aug 12, 2006 5:14:06 GMT -7
Maz Jr. Shouldn't need an airbrake.
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Post by prowler on Aug 12, 2006 11:27:58 GMT -7
Last night I played a two set gig & the 66 sounded a bit better during the 2nd set.
Even though I've only had it for a few weeks I'm still floored by this amp every time I play it.
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Post by chrisgrainger on Aug 16, 2006 6:46:32 GMT -7
Thanks Guys... I gigged with a 66 tonight for the first time with a airbrake and buckers.... I Loved It!!!!! Now, I know I need a A/B rig though for the few traditional country tunes where I need a little cleaner tone with some more highs. What would you route 66 users recommend for that sound to work with the 66? DEFINITELY the Mazerati. One of my favorite Z amps ever. Good luck man!
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