"tony sayer" wrote in message
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In article ,
Phil
Allison scribeth thus
RJH wrote:
Phil Allison wrote:

RJH wrote:

My 20 year old Rose valve preamp has started making a
'whooshing' sound,
varies in intensity, with a steady rush of background hiss.
Might it be
the valves? Everything lights up, and I've had the back off
and all
looks in order.


** After 20 years, it is time you replaced all the valves.


Yes, I'd better bite the bullet I suppose. Prices seem to vary
widely (4
x National ECC82) - this seems to be about the cheapest:

http://www.rapidonline.com/electroni...-triode-valve-
35348


Ordered from Rapid last night, arrived lunchtime, amp now working
fine.

Many thanks for your help.



** Valves are made to plug into sockets for a reason ...




.... Phil


Yep .. EY51 anyone....


As young as that? You're never alone with a 5L4G or 807!


--
Woody

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