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6) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How do I hook up this thing?
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See Section 2, beginning on page 3.
Can I substitute different tube types for the 12AX7/ECC83s or EF86?
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Although you can try 12AT7s, 12AU7s, 5751s without any harm, the design is optimized for 12AX7s, and are
therefore the only recommended tube in the preamp positions.
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No substitutions are permitted for the EF86 tube.
What settings do you recommend?
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EF86: Volume 10:00, Tone position 3 or 4
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Power amp: Cut 10:00, Master to taste (but louder is always better
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Do I need to use matched power tubes?
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Although not necessary, matched power tube sets are recommended for best results.
Do I need to use a matched and balanced phase inverter?
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It is not necessary. Feel free to experiment with different tubes (of the same type) in your Crème Brulee,
though!
