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looks good. I like the installation instructions.

That's good to know regarding the reverb. Regarding the loop, ceriatone makes one (http://www.ceriatone.com/mod-buffered-loop-switch/). Would you recommend this choice, or going in another direction?

Thought I'd make sure before I get too committed to any particular plan. I'll stick with the 50 watt.

Why is building a 35 watt 1986 not as good a solution as building a 50 watt head? Is it because more modifications will have to be made? Is it because there will be a loss of tone with smaller iron? Also, I see that Ceriatone makes a model called "British Style 36 watt" which uses El84 power tubes, ...

Thanks for the reply. It's funny, when I first started thinking about this, I wanted all sorts of bells and whistles. Now I'm willing to simplify. As for distortion, I don't need power amp distortion to be part of my overall sound. The PPIMV will be fine.

Hi, This is my first posting here. I have in mind a build I'm thinking of doing. I have basic circuitry knowledge, but have gaps in my knowledge regarding amps. An electrical engineer will be helping me with this. Translating schematics into layouts is a pain for me, but the EE can help me out. If I...