Guitar tube amps are actually the most common choice of amplifiers among guitarists. They certainly have their upsides as well as their downsides. Overall, these amplifiers have good sound resonance and tend to be able to produce without problems when they are well cared for and understood.
Keeping these amps in good working condition is the first step toward making sure that you're always pleased with the performance of you amp and that it lasts a long time. Part of developing a proper maintenance routine is learning about what works and doesn't work. For instance, many owners of tube amps think that if the tubes glow blue that there is trouble. That's not the case. While it might be an indication of a developing issue, red tubes are the color of trouble. It's vital that you learn that there are some things that are in the range of normal with these amps before you start ripping your amp apart.
Surge Protector
Choosing good polarity protection for you guitar tube amps is another issue that tends to crop up relatively regularly. With polarity issues you want to understand that your amp will literally fry its circuit board if there is a sudden surge, and that many of the amp surge protectors actually eat up battery life. There are some good protectors on the market that are designed to control electricity in only one direction. That means that if the power flows in the opposite (or wrong) direction you will find that your amp has immediately shut off. This works better when trying to preserve battery life and it is helpful in maintaining your amp.
When you start getting creative with guitar tube amps things can get really interesting. You might be interested in reworking the circuitry to help reduce the number of wires in your amp. This can be beneficial if you are one who travels a lot with your amplifier. This can also make for an interesting project that can mess up your amplifier if you're not careful. Always make sure that you have the proper directions before taking your amp apart. Otherwise you can do more damage than good. Make sure you are following directions for the correct amplifier make and model, not just the make.
Guitar tube amps can sound great, last for a long time, and bring you plenty of great moments. You just have to maintain them and verify your information before you make any changes.
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