Crimedontpay
Joined: Oct 22, 2020
Posts: 7
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Posted on May 09 2021 02:38 PM
Ive used the search forum but didnt find the same problem. Anyway when it has been on for about 20 minutes it just stops working, the reverb goes away. If i kick it it just makes a scraping sound, hardly noticeable, if i shut it off for a while it works again, for the same amount of time. Its so much trouble sending things away for repair so i hope its something simple. i have swapped all the tubes to no avail. One more question, the tank is the only thing ive got that is a reissue so i wonder is it worth the trouble and money to import a 60's 6g15? Also if i do can i use the 220 volt transformer since im from Sweden.
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SixStringSurfer
Joined: Sep 23, 2014
Posts: 1331
Memphis, TN
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Posted on May 09 2021 07:59 PM
Something similar happened to me at practice the other night. My tank went completely dry about a half hour in. After some quick knob turning, it started working normally again. I would strongly urge you to have an immediate backup on your pedal board, ready to go with the push of a button.
For me, this is my SurfyBear Compact. It's the perfect backup reverb and gives me peace of mind. I know this didn't answer your question, but I thought I would chime in anyway to offer you some advice.
— MooreLoud.com - A tribute to Dick Dale.
Last edited: May 10, 2021 19:22:02
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Crimedontpay
Joined: Oct 22, 2020
Posts: 7
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Posted on May 10 2021 12:09 PM
Ok thanks, i havent tried to turn the knobs, ill see if it helps. I had a Surfy Bear but sold it to a friend.
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derekirving
Joined: Nov 03, 2011
Posts: 658
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Posted on May 10 2021 12:30 PM
- Make sure cords (rca) tubes and everything is tight
- If you kick it to make the crash sound, do this less or stop all together (if you can)
- It's possible that there is a cold solder joint somewhere, and when the reverb tubes warm up the inside, the solder gets looser and disconnects
- Make sure all tubes work and look ok when the issue happens (meaning no red plating of tubes)
- You may need a decent tech to check it out, don't go probing unless you know what you're doing
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Crimedontpay
Joined: Oct 22, 2020
Posts: 7
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Posted on May 10 2021 11:05 PM
I only kicked it to see if it gave a clue to where the problem is. I will take it apart a look for a cold solder, if it aint it ill just try to find a non reissue unit. Thanks for the advice.
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Crimedontpay
Joined: Oct 22, 2020
Posts: 7
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Posted on Jul 19 2021 03:48 PM
I found the problem, it was the reverb can, bought a new one from tube amp doctor and problem solved.
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synchro
Joined: Feb 02, 2008
Posts: 4108
Not One-Sawn, but Two-Sawn . . . AZ.
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Posted on Jul 21 2021 12:54 AM
Crimedontpay wrote:
I found the problem, it was the reverb can, bought a new one from tube amp doctor and problem solved.
That’s good to hear. Nothing makes a Surf guitarist unhappier than a sick tank.
— The artist formerly known as: Synchro
When Surf Guitar is outlawed only outlaws will play Surf Guitar.
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