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FIF : Basic Amplifier Voltage Test Points
Join as we quickly go over some basic voltage test points for tube amps. Knowing just a few test points can help determine if a new build is looking healthy, and can help pinpoint an issue in an older amplifier.
Thoughts On Thinking About Sound
HP Newquist of The National Guitar Museum gives an insightful look at ways to THINK about your sound. This article is aimed at inspiring players to take a second look at how they approach their gear and their tone as a whole.
MIM: 5E3 Style Amp Kit Build Part 2
A continuation of our previous article on building a Mojotone 5E3 style amp kit, this article walks through installing the populated fiberboard, setting up our input jacks, and making all the necessary internal solder connections.
MIM: 5E3 Style Amp Kit Build Part 1
On this episode of Make It Monday, we dive into the build processes of a Mojotone 5E3 Tweed Deluxe Style amplifier kit. Part 1 of this 3-part series will illustrate the installation of initial hardware parts onto the chassis, as well as populating and soldering the fiberboard.
Fix It Friday: Interview With Dave White
Dave White is a professional guitar tech, world traveler, label owner, and bona fide rad person altogether. Join as we catch up with Dave to talk shop while he tours the world with Noel Gallagher and His High Flying Birds.
A Lesson In Cool
Ben Verellen of Seattle, Wa, has created a stunning line of custom amplifiers that look as unique as they sound. Ben takes us through his shop and breaks down his building process.
Trust Your Ears, But Be Aware...
Read along as Pete Cage of Cage Amplifiers (based in Demascus, Maryland) takes us through his workshop. We will learn about his early inspirations for electronics, projects he has completed, philosophies, and more.
A Silent Goodbye
A quick blog entry summarizing the first ever Tone Movement trip. This article contains no actual technical data or editorial content, but is merely a recap of the month long adventure of gathering material for our articles.
Fear And Loathing In Nashvegas
Few events in the music industry are as fun and/or trying as the annual Summer NAMM event in Nashville, TN. Join in as Logan and Andrew do their best to keep up with the hustle and bustle of NAMM life, and get into some shenanigans along the way.
Fear And Loathing In Nashvegas Cont'd.
A continuation of our famed 'Fear And Loathing In Nashvegas' article. Join in as Andrew and Logan navigate through the catacombs of Summer NAMM and the streets of Nashville, TN.