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Message started by JohnBiv on 12/05/23 at 13:36:54

Title: Input voltage regulators (OC2) rolling Mini Torii
Post by JohnBiv on 12/05/23 at 13:36:54

Has anyone tried rolling the input voltage regulators (OC2) in their mini torii?
Results? Opinions? Accidental deaths?

Regards
John

Title: Re: Input voltage regulators (OC2) rolling Mini Torii
Post by chapsjon on 01/04/24 at 01:07:38

I haven't tried any other variants for the input tube regulator and the manual states that the OC2 should not be substituted.

Title: Re: Input voltage regulators (OC2) rolling Mini Torii
Post by JohnBiv on 01/04/24 at 02:02:45

Thank you

Title: Re: Input voltage regulators (OC2) rolling Mini Torii
Post by chapsjon on 01/06/24 at 03:02:37

If you are looking to change the sound of the amp, I have found input and output tubes to make a significant difference. There is a lot of information on this forum about the options and differences. One of the easiest to make is to compare 12au7 inputs to 12at7 inputs. I enjoy both, but there is quite a difference between them, not just in gain. That is part of it, but there is some tonal and density difference as well.

If you haven't read through the backlog of MT forum posts, I would recommend it as there is a lot of good information. I hope you're enjoying the amp. I love mine.

I am currently using Ken-Rad 12au7 pewter plate inputs and Phico 6BG6G black plate outputs (which require an adapter). The combination is incredible. These output tubes are relatively inexpensive and provide another tonal option from 6V6s. I've also enjoyed 6F6s which do not require an adapter. Have fun with the options, but be aware, they are many and can be addicting.

Title: Re: Input voltage regulators (OC2) rolling Mini Torii
Post by JohnBiv on 01/06/24 at 05:07:50

Chaps, thank you for your advice. I’ve found (so far) the 7062 and 807 to be a great combination. I’ve also been toying with the 6Y6 and find it punchy; very good with headphones specifically. My goal is more holography; I thought perhaps just the right amount of added distortion would create some magic. The fun continues.

Regards
John

Title: Re: Input voltage regulators (OC2) rolling Mini Torii
Post by grinnell on 01/08/24 at 15:06:20

I swapped out the OA3s for OD3s only because I wanted the cool purple color. Not real change in sound