Quicksilver Audio Mini-Mite Mono Amplifier
Operating Instructions
Thank you for purchasing the Quicksilver Audio Mini-Mite Monos. Simplicity and affordability are what these
amplifiers are all about. Enjoy!
ALLOW ADEQUATE VENTILATION
The amplifiers should be placed where they will have plenty of air circulation.
SPEAKER CONNECTION
Screw terminals are used for speaker connections because of their superior sonic performance. The output
transformer wires are soldered directly to the screw strips eliminating any output wiring. The connection
to the 2, 4 or 8 ohm tap will be determined by the rating on the back of your speaker system.
INITIAL TURN-ON
Insert the tubes in their proper sockets. It may be difficult to insert the EL34s the first time. Gently move
them back and forth a few times in the socket until you feel the pins move into the socket; then push the
tube down firmly into the socket. If the tube pins are not properly lined up in the socket before you push
the tube in, you may bend the tube socket pins. Connect the amp into the system and turn it on. The
amplifier is self-biasing so no adjustments are necessary. You should, however, be sure to use D.C. matched
output tubes.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
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f the sound from one amplifier is distorted and you suspect the amp, switch output tubes between
amplifiers to determine if an output tube is bad.
TUBE REPLACEMENT
The Mini-Mite␣ is sold with matched EL34 output tubes; but KT88s, KT77s, KT66s, 6L6s and 6550s can also
be used; however both output tubes must be the same type. Output tubes must be replaced as a matched
pair and should be purchased through Quicksilver Audio or a Quicksilver dealer. Quicksilver output tubes
are “burned-in” for 10 hours prior to matching, and their performance is guaranteed.
The small tube in the Mini-Mite is a 12AX7 and should only be replaced with a 12AX7. Other types should
not be used.
SPECIAL FEATURES
The Quicksilver Mini-Mite uses no circuit boards or transistors. It is hand-wired, uses gold-plated input
jacks and has a very high performance output transformer.
