tabb...@gmail.com wrote:
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> Phil Allison wrote:
> > John Robertson wrote:
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> > > I know of no jukebox amp that had plug in capacitors. I agree that a
> > > theatre amp is most likely - I too would enjoy seeing photos of these
> > > amps you have!
> > >
> >
> > ** The idea of using high voltage, plug-in electros seems quite unsafe.
> >
> > At the very least, the outside metal case would have to be well
> > insulated so a user would not receive a serious shock if a charged
> > cap was withdrawn from the socket.
> >
> > Even then, some of the octal pins would be hot while others
> > would be connected to the metal case.
> >
> > Sounds like some amp builder's ones clever idea that is a bit too clever.
> >
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** Tubes have long been user replaceable items, sold direct to the public. Biggest risk is the glass breaks or you plug it in out of key.
Building an electro with octal plug on the end makes it appear just like a tube, so just as safe. So it has to be.
.... Phil