Anyone ever try a GrooveTubes SS Rectifier (GT-SS-5U4)

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    S.A.M.

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    If so what kind of results did you get? Was it a big difference?
     
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    I'd be curious to know about these too. And also, how they compare with the Weber "copper caps."
     
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    Anyone?
     
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    Compared to which tube rectifier in which amp?
     
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    JLee

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    I had one in my old Bluesbreaker Combo in place of the GZ34 rectifier. Noticeably tighter and faster bass response. Didn't really notice a difference in output or headroom. Also tried the Copper Cap. Much preferred the tube rectifier. The Copper Cap sag felt exaggerated. Didn't feel as natural as the tube rectifier.
     
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    Steve Dallas

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    I've used them a few times and generally liked them when I was into faster attack. Just be sure it doesn't throw your B+ up high enough to melt you power tubes and have your amp rebiased when you install it.
     
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    I'll stick with glass, thank you.
     
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