Tag Archives: tube amplifier

How do tube amps work?

Electric guitar leaning on amplifier - How do tube amps work?

When we talk about tube amplifiers for guitar and bass, we’re referring to big sounds and unparalleled tones. But why and how does the authentic tube sound actually come into being? We introduce the most important components of tube amps and also …

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Tube vs. transistor

« Real love of sound or just imagination? » Hardly any other topic has been discussed as controversially as the question “tube or transistor?” for many years. It’s a fact that, aside from technical and factual differences, there are also sonic distinctions. …

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Overview of all amplifier components

Overview of all amplifier components

« Beginner’s knowledge for tube fans » The allure of tube amplifiers remains undiminished, captivating both musicians and audiophiles with their natural, warm sound. Yet, newcomers and those with less experience often hesitate to embrace the power of tubes. Too complicated, too …

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Tube amplifiers for turntables

« Best of “analogue music enjoyment” » Analogue tube technology has been experiencing a real renaissance over the past few years. But it’s not only in the field of guitar amplifiers that tubes are coming back: especially in the hi-fi range, there’s still …

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Full Stack, Half Stack or Combo

« The differences at a glance » Big speaker towers, half stack, or would you rather have a small combo guitar amplifier for the living room at home? Today we’ll reveal the differences between the different types of tube amps, guitar amps …

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Guitar amp settings

« Basic settings at a glance » In order to be able to enjoy the guitar sound in all its glory, you need a tube amplifier – so far, so obvious. But how can you influence the sound and adjust a guitar …

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Myth Jazz Amp

« Searching for clues with the TubeAmpDoctor » Few musical genres in the modern era exhibit the same level of diversity while remaining as intricate and multifaceted as jazz. With an abundance of styles, subgenres, and nuances, pinpointing a quintessential guitar sound …

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