Resistor Question

[martin manning]

I feel that transformers make a far greater impact (for better or worse) on the overall tone, followed by tubes, then the materials in the signal path.

This is where I'm parked too, adding that the type of capacitor (dielectric) seems to be an important ingredient. These are the components that are primarily reactive and therefore have the most effect on the frequency content of the signal passing through them.

[Colossal]

I feel that transformers make a far greater impact (for better or worse) on the overall tone, followed by tubes, then the materials in the signal path.

This is where I'm parked too, adding that the type of capacitor (dielectric) seems to be an important ingredient. These are the components that are primarily reactive and therefore have the most effect on the frequency content of the signal passing through them.

Absolutely. I can definitely hear the difference in dielectrics (and that ain't the coolaid talkin'!).

[roberto]

More than the signal path, for me it's important the power supply. An amp is nothing more than a power supply modulated by the signal.

[M Fowler]

More than the signal path, for me it's important the power supply. An amp is nothing more than a power supply modulated by the signal.

After all my builds I agree 100% with you Roberto, very important.

Like Colossal said PT and especially the OT can make or break an amp.

Mark

[roberto]

Absolutely, I switched from ultradetailed OT to some with more complexity in the midrange and more smooth top end, with more top end in the preamp and poweramp. This way I've obtainbed more focus in the band mix.