This is a kit version of an amp that I put together based on poindexter’s musical machine. poindexter is brilliant and amazing, and he makes some fantastic gear.
The kit provides you with all the necessary parts and resources to put together your very own stereo vacuum tube amplifier. The amp is rated at about 5W, which is just enough power to thoroughly annoy your neighbours without deafening them. It sounds fantastic.
This is one of the simplest tube amp circuits out there. It’s capable of producing sound quality that could easily rival that of much more expensive devices, even though it contains few boutique parts. A similar product might run into the thousands of dollars from a high-end retailer.
The kit does not come with hookup wire or solder, that’s up to you. It’s truly retro: it uses terminal strips and point-to-point soldering instead of a PCB. Included with the kit is a full parts list and several drilling templates, which can also be found here. An amp like this will last ages. You’ll be able to tinker with it over time, learning more about electronics and tube audio. It’s an investment in experience. Plus you get some serious street cred for having an awesome piece of retro equipment. The ladies love tube amps. Or something like that.
Bottom line, it sounds great and it glows. Pretty colours!
Update: Check out a recent satisfied customer’s wonderfully assembled Hobgob tube amp kit!
Specifications
Parts List
Output: ~5W
Preamp tubes: RCA 5965
Power tubes: Electro-Harmonix 6V6GT
Output transformer: Hammond 125D
Price: $400.00 USD
I also accept Bitcoins. Email btc AT hobgobeclectronics DOT com for my receiving address and the current price in BTC.
If you’d like one of these amps, but don’t feel like making it yourself, send me an email. I’d be happy to put one together for you!
Note: You should only attempt building this amp if you have previous experience with electronics. This is not an introductory project, and can be very dangerous if not executed with care.