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I'm getting a run of chassis made, a la Fender style but with the flexibility for different tube and control layouts. They will be 1/8" aluminum, mounting as Fender does, side straps and screws on the rear of the chassis, up to 6 controls (for now), VTBRSI like a Princeton Reverb, or VTMBVP, VTMBSI, VTMBV. I will have powder coated faceplates labeled with these variations. The chassis will be punched for 3 nine-pin sockets and I will drill the rest according to whatever tube layout is required. If there's any interest I'll get more made, bringing down the cost. What think ye?
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Are you located in the US of A?
I'm from the Netherlands but I can use some PR (or NON reverb Vibrolux) chassis. If I were you I should drill at least 4 noval-socket-holes and having a PT-hole (must sounds funny but I'm no native speaker) for at least a DR PT (or a SR or Bassman PT).
Alum. would also be cool.
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Hi Chris,
I'm in Canada. I'm hoping to keep the cost below US$80. I like your idea of doing 4 noval holes, probably standard. I'm just wondering if I should have 7 potentiometer holes in the chassis. The faceplate would have 5 to 7 holes depending on anyone's control requirements. I wouldn't get a PT hole cut as there is just too much variation (stand-up, x-mount) and sizing. The more I get the cheaper it will be. I'm just at the point where I need to submit drawings and get a prototype made.Comment
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Why don't you order a hundred, then auction them off on flea bay one at a time until you've recovered your cost? Then order a hundred of the next type and so on. If they are chassis from popular builds you should have little trouble flicking them (and No I don't work for the guy).Building a better world (one tube amp at a time)
"I have never had to invoke a formula to fight oscillation in a guitar amp."- EnzoComment
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Hey Tubeswell, 100???- I almost fell off my chair when I read that. I originally thought 20 for myself and maybe a few more if I can get a little interest from fellow builders and some feedback. I'll probably post on a few of the other boards tonight and expand my cast. Do you think 6 control holes are enough?
7 would be max.Comment
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Prototype chassis is done, 10 gauge aluminum, 21"w x 2 1/8"h x 7 1/2"d, 7 holes for pots, faceplates will have 5 to 7 controls in any combination you desire. The chassis has 4 noval holes for preamp tubes, the rest can be drilled quite easily (it is aluminum after all) according to circuit requirements. With this width, you can build a head, 1x12 combo, 2x10, 3x10 or 4x10 combo. Pics to follow when I take delivery.Comment
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I'm waiting in anticipation of the price.
Hope you have one for a Fender Deluxe Reverb or Pro Reverb.
I'm gathering parts now and will need a couple of chassis.Comment
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