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wreck1
12-02-2006, 10:27 AM
i am attempting to build my first amp prob 4-5 watt, and 2x12 cab, and pedalboard. any input, schematics, materials lists, where to start and how to start would be greatly appreciated. Ive got a great electrician, carpenter, woodworking genius, etc. who can build or wire anything working with me, but we have never built any of these things. so a start would be nice....thanks a ton!!!
TheAmpNerd
12-03-2006, 12:29 AM
For a low wattage first amp go here:

http://www.guytronix.com/

Rich is a stand up guy and goes the distance if you need help.

From what I've read from newbies like your self, plan on about
10 - 16 hours for your first build.

Good luck and have fun.
Benditgood
12-04-2006, 12:03 PM
+1 on the Guytronix recommendation. I built the Gilmore Jr. (2 watt V-mod version) a few months ago and had a great time doing my first build. It is a great kit with a high quality chassis and components. Rich is so supportive and stands by his amp kits big time!
wreck1
12-05-2006, 06:24 PM
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Ronsonic
12-06-2006, 12:11 AM
Unless they've dropped it Angela Instruments had parts and plans for tweed Princeton types on their website angela.com. Probably not a bad place to start if the metalwork and cabinetry doesn't bother you. I know there are kits out there, which will help for a first timer. The champ clone is ubiquitous. You might want to copy something like a Vox AC-5 for something a little different.

Google like a madman. It's been a long time since I've hunted for that sort of info, but I know there's tons out there. If you want throw a post up of what you find and we can help sort wheat and chaff.

Ron
Blue Strat
12-06-2006, 08:00 AM
+1000 on Guytronix.

Or try out the AX84 which has a website and online forum.

Trying to build your first amp from schematics alone will likely be a frustrating experience. Layout is critical. Wiring according to the schematic is only about 25% of what's needed to actually get an amp to work.
TheAmpNerd
12-06-2006, 07:23 PM
Hey Mike,

You could set wreck1 up with a set of tubes also, couldn't you?
Richard Guy
12-07-2006, 05:25 AM
Hey Mike,

You could set wreck1 up with a set of tubes also, couldn't you?

Mike can also set wreck1 up with one of his groupies ;)
wreck1
12-21-2006, 09:22 AM
bump
TheAmpNerd
12-21-2006, 12:49 PM
bump

What more do you want?

There comes a time where you will have
to start doing your own digging and research.