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  • Strange noise coming from 1970's Gibson G30 solid state amp

    I have a 1972 Gibson 30 watt solid state guitar amp that makes a strange intermittent noise just setting there with nothing plugged in and all setting at zero. It sounds like one of those old gag type fart machines. I took it to a local tech but he could not find the problem. Can anyone help me? Thanks.

  • #2
    Since you are new to the forum, what is your experience level, novice, hobbyist, pro tech? Can you identify and replace components?

    If the amp makes the sound with all the controls down, the problem is probably in the power supply or power amp.

    Can you post a copy or a link to the schematic?
    WARNING! Musical Instrument amplifiers contain lethal voltages and can retain them even when unplugged. Refer service to qualified personnel.
    REMEMBER: Everybody knows that smokin' ain't allowed in school !

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    • #3
      Schematic:
      Attached Files
      Last edited by Jazz P Bass; 05-04-2016, 12:53 AM.

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      • #4
        Jazz, thanks for the link but I'm getting clear.gif 1x1 pixels ???
        WARNING! Musical Instrument amplifiers contain lethal voltages and can retain them even when unplugged. Refer service to qualified personnel.
        REMEMBER: Everybody knows that smokin' ain't allowed in school !

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        • #5
          Try this one:
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          Originally posted by Enzo
          I have a sign in my shop that says, "Never think up reasons not to check something."


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          • #6
            In my experience with this type amp, C14 is the main suspect. Since the amp is 40+ years old, it probably needs all the electrolytic caps replaced.
            WARNING! Musical Instrument amplifiers contain lethal voltages and can retain them even when unplugged. Refer service to qualified personnel.
            REMEMBER: Everybody knows that smokin' ain't allowed in school !

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