newby - with questions

[lshines]

Hello - I'm new here. Followed the link from an amp in an ebay listing. I think I'm in the right place - I'm looking for simple amps - low wattage - that I can build my self (beginner). Is there an explanation or listing of the amps to build here or is there a web site that I can see what's available?

Any info would be appreciated.

Thanks!

[M Fowler]

lshines,

Welcome to ampgarage. There are so many available kit providers out there and here are a few. You should build a small three tube amp first.

http://shop.dobermanamps.com/?Click=363

http://www.allenamps.com/

http://www.stf-electronics.com/

http://www.mojotone.com/ampkits.asp?id=44991

https://taweber.powweb.com/store/kits.htm

http://ceriatone.com/

Just to name a very few. Ask lots more questions of the people on this web for help deciding.

Mark

[benoit]

A single ended amp sounds like a good place to start if you want something playable but not too complicated to build. This is a great site to learn from, in fact I recommend going back to the oldest posts and reading your way through them.

You might also find some good info on SEWatt.com, which is dedicated to single ended amps, which don't get a ton of discussion here.

[Richie]

depends on what your after.. also look at 18watt.com.. tons of info there if your in to little marshalls..

[lshines]

Thanks, everyone! I'll start reading/researching....being that I'm a beginner in this, I'm sure y'all understand my apprehension and excitement....

Hopefully this will turn into something neat!

[Structo]

You should pick up a book on basic electronics, like a college 101 text book.
That will explain the basics and theory.
Learn what the basic components are and how they are used.

Then pick up some tube amp books.

You have a lot to learn before dealing with high DC voltage in an amp.
Not trying to scare you but an effort to keep you safe.

I hope you do build your own amp, it's a lot of fun!

[gearhead]

I highly recommend NEETS. It's a series of training modules designed to edumacate Naval personnel on electronics, starting with the basics.

Free download at http://www.phy.davidson.edu/instrumentation/NEETS.htm

Module 6 is the really interesting one on tubes (mostly triodes) and biasing techniques.

[angelodp]

Gotta say the Mission Amp 5E3 ( Deluxe Tweed ) amp might just be a great starting point. Its a fairly straight forward build and the tone is great. The kits are top notch and there is good support.

Ange