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Post by mspicka on Nov 25, 2022 11:59:57 GMT -7
So, I stopped using my Cure for a while because I thought I had a tube problem. I had some time today so I pulled it out and am testing it out. I found something interesting... The power off position is down and up for on. Seems pretty simple. The standby switch is the opposite. The amp works if the standby is down.
Can anyone verify what theirs is like?
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Post by dcarver on Nov 25, 2022 13:59:48 GMT -7
So the amp works normally with the Standby switch in the down position ?? Wow, that's a new one.
As far as I know, all of Doc's amps use the same Standby switch configuration ... Down is on Standby. Up is playing position (both switches).
Was the Standby switch working normally before you took a break from playing the amp ?
The only way I can think of that a Standby switch could be reversed would be if the switch somehow got rotated 180 degrees. I doubt if there is enough slack in the wires to allow that.
I guess the switch could fail and get stuck in the "play" position. Does the amp play normally with the Standby switch in either the up or down position ? I've seen a pedal foot switch fail like that, but not a toggle switch.
Good luck with the fix. Shouldn't be too difficult.
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Post by DRZ on Nov 25, 2022 17:05:46 GMT -7
So, I stopped using my Cure for a while because I thought I had a tube problem. I had some time today so I pulled it out and am testing it out. I found something interesting... The power off position is down and up for on. Seems pretty simple. The standby switch is the opposite. The amp works if the standby is down. Can anyone verify what theirs is like? You can't be serious. You mean to say you bought this amp used it , thought you had an issue with a tube then found out it was the stand-By switch was installed upside down. Where and when did you buy this Cure, and what is the serial number? Is it a head or combo ? Is the back panel installed correctly ? I suspect you bought it used, a question to the previous owner may be in order. So the Stand-By switched worked correctly, then all of sudden it reversed itself, is that what you're stating ? Z
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Post by mspicka on Nov 26, 2022 7:56:06 GMT -7
Stand by switch - UP or ON - Amp produces noise. I thought if the standby switch is ON then the amp would not work, it is IN standby. Maybe my thinking is backwards.
My apologies. This is the only amp I have with a standby switch.
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Post by Ridgeback on Nov 26, 2022 8:03:28 GMT -7
If I remember, Doc did an AMA video on standby switches a few years back. You might want to check it out if you are new to them.
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Post by mspicka on Nov 26, 2022 8:07:37 GMT -7
So, I stopped using my Cure for a while because I thought I had a tube problem. I had some time today so I pulled it out and am testing it out. I found something interesting... The power off position is down and up for on. Seems pretty simple. The standby switch is the opposite. The amp works if the standby is down. Can anyone verify what theirs is like? You can't be serious. You mean to say you bought this amp used it , thought you had an issue with a tube then found out it was the stand-By switch was installed upside down. Where and when did you buy this Cure, and what is the serial number? Is it a head or combo ? Is the back panel installed correctly ? I suspect you bought it used, a question to the previous owner may be in order. So the Stand-By switched worked correctly, then all of sudden it reversed itself, is that what you're stating ? Z BB-41211 Stand-By: Leave in off position for 1 minute when powering up the amp. Turn on for play. Place in off position for extended break periods. Ok, This make me stupid... First of all I changed some tubes to see if that was the problem. It appears not that it was the rectifier tube that was bad. Then I downloaded the manual and all it well. Sorry for starting such a stupid post.
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Post by pcns on Nov 26, 2022 9:52:49 GMT -7
You can't be serious. You mean to say you bought this amp used it , thought you had an issue with a tube then found out it was the stand-By switch was installed upside down. Where and when did you buy this Cure, and what is the serial number? Is it a head or combo ? Is the back panel installed correctly ? I suspect you bought it used, a question to the previous owner may be in order. So the Stand-By switched worked correctly, then all of sudden it reversed itself, is that what you're stating ? Z BB-41211 Stand-By: Leave in off position for 1 minute when powering up the amp. Turn on for play. Place in off position for extended break periods. Ok, This make me stupid... First of all I changed some tubes to see if that was the problem. It appears not that it was the rectifier tube that was bad. Then I downloaded the manual and all it well. Sorry for starting such a stupid post. don't be sorry, you had a question and this is a good place to get help. Unfortunately we get people here from time to time that are looking to troll and complain and don't really want help. I'm glad you found your problem and got it fixed! Todd Pro Cables N Sound Greenville Pickups
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Post by helmi on Nov 26, 2022 10:03:36 GMT -7
don't be sorry, you had a question and this is a good place to get help. Unfortunately we get people here from time to time that are looking to troll and complain and don't really want help. Todd Forgive my stupidity, or ignorance, or whatever you want to call it, but not being a PC social media, social butterfly, please explain to me what is this “trolling” thing?
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Post by Chilly Gibbons (Todd T.) on Nov 26, 2022 10:03:43 GMT -7
And for what is worth, standby switches on tube rectified amps like the Cure are more or less a feature rather than a necessity as opposed to a diode rectified amp (and even that is debatable). That gets into the whole “is cathode stripping a real thing” question. Anyway, glad its sorted out. The Cure is a fantastic amp.
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Post by Ridgeback on Nov 26, 2022 10:13:30 GMT -7
Forgive my stupidity, or ignorance, or whatever you want to call it, but not being a PC social media, social butterfly, please explain to me what is this “trolling” thing? Like throwing a steak in a piranha pond. Making a post for which the whole purpose is to roil the waters or cause an online argument. BTW, I've never participated in social media either but I've seen plenty of troll posts (especially on TGP). Thankfully very few here over the years.
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Post by helmi on Nov 26, 2022 10:33:36 GMT -7
Forgive my stupidity, or ignorance, or whatever you want to call it, but not being a PC social media, social butterfly, please explain to me what is this “trolling” thing? Making a post for which the whole purpose is to roil the waters or cause an online argument. I’ve caused a few of them here not even knowing what “trolling” meant! lol (thank you for explaining Ridgeback)
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Post by dcarver on Nov 26, 2022 17:42:36 GMT -7
You can't be serious. You mean to say you bought this amp used it , thought you had an issue with a tube then found out it was the stand-By switch was installed upside down. Where and when did you buy this Cure, and what is the serial number? Is it a head or combo ? Is the back panel installed correctly ? I suspect you bought it used, a question to the previous owner may be in order. So the Stand-By switched worked correctly, then all of sudden it reversed itself, is that what you're stating ? Z BB-41211 Stand-By: Leave in off position for 1 minute when powering up the amp. Turn on for play. Place in off position for extended break periods. Ok, This make me stupid... First of all I changed some tubes to see if that was the problem. It appears not that it was the rectifier tube that was bad. Then I downloaded the manual and all it well. Sorry for starting such a stupid post. No apologies necessary mspicka. You're not the first person to have a question about the Standby switch. Don't be confused by Standby ON or Standby OFF and all that. Just remember Up makes noise - Down is quiet ... both switches. And welcome to the forum.
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Post by Seńor Verde on Nov 26, 2022 18:09:54 GMT -7
The whole Standby Switch thing can be confusing. The only easy way I know of is when the power is on and the light is lit, the Standby switch will be in the same position as the power switch when you want it to make sound. Every amp I know of with a Standby operates that way. Glad you figured it out.
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Post by LT on Nov 26, 2022 19:15:36 GMT -7
As others have said, no bad questions here. Glad you have it sorted out.
FWIW I run a NOS rectifier in my Cure (my #1 gig amp). They are a little more expensive, but I hope it's the last rectifier tube I'll need to buy. So far, so good.
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