Leslie 122RV Parts Help

[patlaw]

The reverb amp on a Leslie 122RV uses a couple of #19 miniature bulbs in the input circuit. One of the socket pins is broken and will not hold the lamp leg. I thought about getting a socket for the bulb, but I can't find one. I know these bulbs are used in a lot of places, including cars, so I know that sockets have to be readily available. The lamp is listed as having a G5 base.

Alternatively, does anyone know where to get a pin socket like the one used on the Leslie amp? Is the a socket for a single pin removed from a 9-pin tube socket? Any help appreciated.



https://www.jacksonelectricsupply.co...se-p/s6932.htm

While we're on the subject, are the 6-pin Amphenol circular connectors used to connect the Leslie to the organ still in production? A lot of vendors appears to have new stock, but I can't find sourcing at DigiKey, Mouser, Newark, Arrow, or any mainstream supplier.

[Enzo]

I would just wire a female molex pin to push onto the bulb pin.

A google search "leslie parts" got me a start.

https://ssl.tonewheelgeneral.com/bui...cat=Connectors

[patlaw]

Agreed, Enzo. However, there are MANY Molex female pins. I thought I had one that would work, but they're all too big. The one that seems to work is a female pin from a DB9. Is that what you meant? Now I have to isolate one and see if it has enough metal that I can solder it in place.

[nevetslab]

On most of our Centerstaging, LLC rental Hammond B-3's and C-3's, along with the Leslie 122's and 147's, we've changed over to Cannon EP-6 series connectors (and the non-Cannon market versions), as they're far more reliable, though expensive. But, for long term reliable, I haven't seen anything better. I haven't seen any adopt Neutrik's NL-8 series connectors. I think the panel mount will fit that of the EP-6 panel mount connectors.

[Enzo]

I'd try a female pin from the 06 series of rectangular connectors. Or extract a socket pin from a spare 7-pin or 9-pin tube socket.

I've sure seen my share of Leslie cables someone stepped on and busted a connector. Something more sturdy is a good idea if you are touring. But I think for the home setup, something not being set up and struck all the time, I'd just replace the broken part with another stock one.