John95683
87 posts
Aug 01, 2013
4:46 PM
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I switched out the 12AX7 for a 5751 tube today, and I am quite pleased with the result. The tone is less harsh, and the feedback seems to be reduced as well. Thanks to Rick and Greg for this advise.
Next, I am considering changing the speaker to an Eminence Lil Buddy. The speaker costs around $80 so it is not a small change. My question: is the speaker change worth it in terms of tone and loudness?
As always, I appreciate your advise and time.
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garry
421 posts
Aug 01, 2013
7:36 PM
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i'm no expert, but i love the effect said speaker swap had on mine.
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John95683
88 posts
Aug 01, 2013
9:07 PM
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Garry- is the Lil Buddy appreciably louder than the stock speaker?
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Rick Davis
2183 posts
Aug 01, 2013
10:09 PM
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The Lil Buddy speaker will be somewhat louder, with much improved tone.
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blueswannabe
237 posts
Aug 02, 2013
4:26 AM
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I made the same changes. 5751 for the 12ax7 and Li Buddy for stock speaker. The speaker swap will result in slighlty more volume. The Lil Buddy will make the tone more mellow . Loudness is not an issue. It's a question of tone and taste. The stock speaker is good. After a while I actually took out the lil buddy and swapped it for a smooth cone jensen 1952 speaker P10S. I liked the sound of it so the Jensen stayed. I think the Jensen had more cut then the Lil Buddy. It really depends what you're looking for. I wanted something with a little more cut because I play with a band. You can't go wrong with the Lil Buddy but it may or may not suit your taste. If it doesn't sell it and try another speaker.
Last Edited by blueswannabe on Aug 02, 2013 4:41 AM
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Rarko
28 posts
Aug 02, 2013
4:54 AM
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and what about power tube? is stock tube good or swap is needed...?
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Rick Davis
2184 posts
Aug 02, 2013
7:17 AM
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I like the JJ Tesla 6V6S in this amp. It has a big warm 6L6-ish sound.
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blueswannabe
238 posts
Aug 02, 2013
11:05 AM
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@ rarko, I also swapped out the 6V6 power tube with a vintage GE tube. I thought it sounded better. It's a great amp either way. Rick's demonstrations convinced me to buy the amp.
Rick has been a bad influence on me. Thanks Rick. LOL.
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