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- How do I stop my amp from blowing fuses?
- What makes an amp keep blowing fuses?
- How do I test a tube amp fuse?
- How do you know when amp tubes are bad?
How do I stop my amp from blowing fuses?
If the internals of the amplifier are damaged, either through being tossed around in the automobile or being connected wrong, the fuse may blow immediately after power is applied. The only fix for this is to have a stereo shop repair the amp, or replace the unit completely.
What makes an amp keep blowing fuses?
In most cases, an amplifier will blow fuses due to internal damage caused by the way it was installed. ... An amplifier that blows the main power fuse immediately after you turn it on or when the fuse is inserted into the fuse holder is usually damaged in its power supply or output section, and will require serviced.
How do I test a tube amp fuse?
Test the fuse with a Multi Meter
If you can't see if your fuse is blown you can switch a multi-meter to the Continuity setting (the symbol for this looks like a modern wireless symbol or a 'sound/audio wave' symbol) and touch the probes to both ends. If you hear the continuity beep, you've got a working fuse.
How do you know when amp tubes are bad?
Crackling, squeals and feedback, excessive noise and muddiness or low output are all evidence of tube problems. Power tubes. The two main symptoms of a power tube problem are a blown fuse or a tube that begins to glow cherry red. ... If it happens again, replace the tubes before using the amp again.
