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So I changed the first stage cap to (2) 120 uF 450V caps along with the series 220K resistors. Choke wired per the Sunn schenatic. Choke does not get warm. Amp is dead quiet now.
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Originally posted by misterc57 View PostThe re-wiring had the B+ fed at the first filter cap, before the choke (like a Fender Bassman 100 or Bassman 50 layout). The choke is still in circuit. I moved the B+ connection to come after the choke (as per the Sunn schematic) and the 120 hz hum was gone. This is with the single 30 uF 600V cap at the first stage.
The amp has been set aside for now, but when I get back to it my next step is to see if the choke gets hot (would this happen quickly or take some time?). And eventually, go back to the series caps and voltage divider resistors, at the first stage after I order some caps.
GregLast edited by soundmasterg; 05-13-2021, 10:42 PM.
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The re-wiring had the B+ fed at the first filter cap, before the choke (like a Fender Bassman 100 or Bassman 50 layout). The choke is still in circuit. I moved the B+ connection to come after the choke (as per the Sunn schematic) and the 120 hz hum was gone. This is with the single 30 uF 600V cap at the first stage.
The amp has been set aside for now, but when I get back to it my next step is to see if the choke gets hot (would this happen quickly or take some time?). And eventually, go back to the series caps and voltage divider resistors, at the first stage after I order some caps.Last edited by misterc57; 05-11-2021, 02:34 PM.
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Originally posted by misterc57 View Post
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I think it should be fine, but yeah, make sure it's not getting too hot. I'm probably being overly cautious and mistaken in my idea of size vs. current capability.
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Should I look for that small choke getting hot or some other indication?
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Originally posted by g1 View PostNo pic showing, is it same as the one on the left in this pic?
Looks kind of small for plate current to me, but soundmasterg mentioned it running the plates on another forum, so I defer to his expertise that the schematic is correct.
( https://www.talkbass.com/threads/196...#post-11684766 )
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Originally posted by misterc57 View Post
Hmmm. Not sure, here is a pic. Looks like 27-3100 606942.
Looks kind of small for plate current to me, but soundmasterg mentioned it running the plates on another forum, so I defer to his expertise that the schematic is correct.
( https://www.talkbass.com/threads/196...#post-11684766 )
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Originally posted by g1 View PostAs long as it's the stock choke (or equivalent). Sometimes people will use a cheaper replacement that can not handle the current, so they move it to the other side of the OT supply node. A choke that can run the power tube plate current is big and expensive.
Now that you mention it, looks like someone intentionally moved the B+ tap before the choke (because the wire was extended to reach it). soundmasterg, did the 110 uF capacitance at the first stage have any 120 hz hum issues?
Last edited by misterc57; 05-04-2021, 12:26 PM.
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Originally posted by misterc57 View PostVoltage to the output tube plates were being fed before going through the filter choke. I rewired to go after the filter choke and no more hum. I guess someone made a mistake when they upgraded to the series caps.
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Originally posted by soundmasterg View PostUsing a solid state rectifier allows you to use higher than 60uF capacitance in the first stage. These amps use pretty high voltage that often goes over 500V for sure and approaches 600V on occasion. The earlier 200S amps with the Dynaco transformers will have lower voltages than the later amps with the Schumacher transformers. That high voltage in these amps is why series connected caps in the first stage are a good idea because they get you a higher voltage capability. The 220uF in series for a 100uF stage is probably from a post I did on the Sunn forum over a decade ago. The higher capacitance in that first stage makes for a tighter bass response and for a bass amp that is a good thing for most bass players. The amp holds up just fine with the higher capacitance too. Sounds like you have it working again with a lower value, which is fine. If you like it roll with it.
Greg
Anyway, good news. I finally got rid of the 120 hz hum. Voltage to the output tube plates were being fed before going through the filter choke. I rewired to go after the filter choke and no more hum. I guess someone made a mistake when they upgraded to the series caps.
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Using a solid state rectifier allows you to use higher than 60uF capacitance in the first stage. These amps use pretty high voltage that often goes over 500V for sure and approaches 600V on occasion. The earlier 200S amps with the Dynaco transformers will have lower voltages than the later amps with the Schumacher transformers. That high voltage in these amps is why series connected caps in the first stage are a good idea because they get you a higher voltage capability. The 220uF in series for a 100uF stage is probably from a post I did on the Sunn forum over a decade ago. The higher capacitance in that first stage makes for a tighter bass response and for a bass amp that is a good thing for most bass players. The amp holds up just fine with the higher capacitance too. Sounds like you have it working again with a lower value, which is fine. If you like it roll with it.
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I just read about a guy who's garage door opener had developed reduced range from the transmitter. He tracked it down to new LED lights in his garage.
Lots of new tech causing odd issues.
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Originally posted by Helmholtz View Post
So there's still some ultrasonic signal (around 42kHz).
Could be either an oscillation of V1 or a signal picked up from nearby equipment (switching power supply, phone etc.).
Thank you!
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