Category Archives: Music

I’m an amp tech!

March 21, 2011

I’ve successfully repaired (and have been compensated for) a guitar amp for a local music shop. This isn’t a big deal as far as the technical aspects go since I have been repairing amps for several years and have even … Continue reading →

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Guitar and truck battery

January 27, 2011

I’ve been practicing guitar a minimum of half an hour a week for the last couple weeks. I decided to learn some easy songs that would be fun to play. First I learned Kumbaya. I’ve always wanted to know how … Continue reading →

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I like my amp and guitar too much

January 21, 2011

I got so excited last night that I had an hour or so to jam on my new amp that I did just that. Now I have a couple blisters. Guess I got a little too excited. That said, it … Continue reading →

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Rockin’ a new amp!

January 17, 2011

I picked up a Vox AD50VT for cheap in the Uncle Henry’s. It just needed a little soldering to get it up and running. It sounds great. 50w, 12″ speaker, 11 amp models, 11 effects, 2 programmable channels and it … Continue reading →

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K20-X Preamp

January 10, 2011

I’m working on a veroboard (strip board) layout for a Dean Markley K20-X preamp. It’s almost complete, but still untested. Once I finish it I will need someone to do the testing since I don’t have time for that bit. … Continue reading →