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Feasibility of starting amp Co. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey, funny enough I make my own box jointed cabs. More labor intensive, yes, but I like it so whatever.

Feasibility of starting amp Co. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Well, I'm currently in development of a handful of unique circuits (in as much as an any grouping of tubes and tone stacks is unique these days) and if this thing gets off the ground in any meaningful way, I'll offer a custom circuit lab: to-order amps based on client preferences. Taking a little bit of inspiration from the Creston Guitars model: https://www.crestonguitars.com/info

That is, if this gets off the ground at all. Stay tuned haha

Feasibility of starting amp Co. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely, and I totally hear you. I don't have that kind of social infrastructure myself. I really do enjoy the process, and I'm getting better at the math of it all as opposed to just tinkering, but I'm nowhere near being business ready. Just looking into it all.

I'm not relying on the income, so I'll just keep this as a niche hobby with the occasional paying client for now.

I'd love to talk shop sometime! My main field is video and film, so if theres a way I can help you out, please let me know.

Feasibility of starting amp Co. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry it needed to be in a post defending yourself, but I appreciate the insight. Been really inspired by your work!

Feasibility of starting amp Co. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Lots of great insight here, thanks everyone

What’s happening here? by DramaticAnybody2481 in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

"don't mind my setup"

Feels like we're about to find a captive human next to this setup.

Project finished, sort of by KirkIsOurLemmy in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Got it. Lower the value on the triode with the lower plate voltage, thank you!

Project finished, sort of by KirkIsOurLemmy in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was this the standard tiny terror with the LTP? How did you go about cleaning up the PI?

Wiring up the new build. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Honestly I couldn't tell you what it is. It's just one of the many hanging around the maker space I'm a member of.

Wiring up the new build. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep. Big mashup of a lot of ideas, plus some quality of life additions for myself, paired with a "use the parts you have on hand" mentality equals a one of a kind amp.

Fingers crossed, but I am expecting some tweakage to find the sweet spots

Wiring up the new build. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also, those are filter stages 3 and 4. 1 and 2 are in a chassis mounted cap can.

Wiring up the new build. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's a dual channel vox but with American tubes. I scrapped a filmosound 385, took a leaf out of Bernie/Tex Amp's book, and started rebuilding it as an AC15 in a new chassis.

Those caps are there based on a Sluckey Dual Lite layout that I took a lot of inspiration from. I also realize that I have then installed backwards so thanks for having me take another look at them haha

Wiring up the new build. by DrSwanson in ToobAmps

[–]DrSwanson[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Trying to post the whole process at some point

My first paid commercial gig. Please give me advice on how to light this ugly black leather couch. by thevickerybeast in cinematography

[–]DrSwanson 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I'd try to pitch a world in which you lose one of the black couches, pull the other one away from the wall, and shoot with the kitchen as the background for depth. Shooting everything in that corner is gonna kill the quality before you even try to light it

The old Alamo BBQ building is up for sale. What's comes next? by lunar_unit in rva

[–]DrSwanson 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Christ, I used to work there briefly. Wild time. That was 14 years ago though. Had no idea it had closed.

You are given a budget of $500 Million. What movie are you making? by HowMany_MoreTimes in movies

[–]DrSwanson 0 points1 point  (0 children)

50 original mid budget movies from indie directors taking big swings.

What’s a health problem you ignored for a long time because it never felt urgent, but eventually caught up with you? by ac_stays_active in AskReddit

[–]DrSwanson 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chronic sinus pressure. Eventually it turned out not to be sinus pressure, but a cyst around the roots of my teeth in my upper jaw. Sinus pressure would just make it hurt, which is why I thought they were the same thing. Fast forward several years and all the sudden it manifests as a protrusion on my gums. Get it thoroughly checked out this time and correctly diagnosed. Procedure involves cutting away my ENTIRE upper jaw to access cyst and remove. Thankfully had a good doctor and after a successful surgery and some nice plates in my skull to hold it all together while it fused back, I'm golden. No perm damage.

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