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Paul c mod 5e3 X. This mod, in my opinion, makes the amp Jan 23, 2013 · There's also an 'Ampeg/Paul C' mod which smoothes out the overdrive a bit. Really love the way it sounds for low-to-medium volumes. hi & lo gain inputs. Dec 19, 2024. Add a choke to stiffen up the power supply. Please consider making a donation. 4 days ago · Last night I tried my old Les Paul, fitted with Harmonic Design Z-90s, and the Deluxe yields some gorgeous sounds! This is another well-known 5E3 mod. Jimmie Vaughan; Matt Schofield; Robert Cray; SRV; BF/SF Princeton. WARNING! Musical Instrument amplifiers  · Search in titles only Search in Tweed Builders only. The 5E3 also has a thicker sound - more mids than most anything SF at comparable volumes even when clean. Jun 22, 2024 · PI Tail 5e3. Download the Duncan Power Supply Designer II and the 5E3 power supply file. So, Modulus 5e3 - fully rewired with cloth cable using the shortest runs I could. So, this is what I did: 1) 50 watt Weber 12F150 2) 5V4 rectifier 3) 6L6s 4) one is still cathode biased and the other is fixed adjustable bias 5) Paul C mod Jun 30, 2023 · The Fender 5E3 Deluxe is a fantastic sounding classic tweed (1950's) amplifier and I encourage everyone to build it 'stock' and sample its tone before modifying its circuit (except the switched feedback mod--just do it!) but it does have some limitations that can be rectified with simple mods. i scored a nice `73 princeton reverb and want to do the stokes and paul c mod to it. The cab is a nice rich amber "Deep Deluxe" cab. That also bumps the output from 12 watts to 18 watts. Mallory 150s for all the regular caps. May 1, 2019 · I think I recall reading somewhere that during his testing options for this switchable mod he concluded that with the bypass cap in play at the same time as the NFB the cap seemed to largely "over-ride" and mostly soak-up/negate the effect of the NFB, making it not really a useful option, so he left that option out. Here is what he came up with. May 18, 2024 · The “Paul C mod” for the Princeton Reverb is similar. Build one yourself and save a bundle. Re: 5e3 Jul 25, 2016 · Standard specs on modern voltages are a little different. i'm a putz with circuits, but he did the mod in 10 minutes. 15 watt @ 8Ω output transformer . 6. Feb 14, 2011 · Just had to report - since I'm often on here saying ugly things about Fender amps and their overdrive tones yesterday after work I tried the so-called paulC phase inverter mod on my 5f4 clone. ) Oct 26, 2019 · I've built a number of amps using both cathodyne (always with the Paul C mod) and long-tailed pair phase inverters, but I've never built two similar amps so that I could compare the sound of the two circuits. Olen itse aikeissa kokeilla sitä omaan projektiini. 047uF coupling cap on bright channel, 0. Question. That said, it really did make the amp kind of lack luster. Oct 8, 2012 · Well, technically once you split the channels like that it is not a 5E3 anyway 😀 I have done the 6G3 mod on several 5E3 amps over the years, I used a dual pot for the 2 tone circuits. Top. Dec 12, 2011 · The switchable “Paul C” mod is a nice fit inside the chassis and the mini-toggle for it is tucked away next to a pre-amp tube. Guy loved it, but brought it back. Glad I Jan 12, 2025 · Reply | Edit | Del All paul c mod (Cathodyne Phase Inverter Fixed Bias)----- hi all looking for a layout for the paul c mod. The amp has the larger transformer and "Paul C" mod for extra wattage and headroom. 047 coupling cap, and 500p bright cap, and the other channel is the thin The D-Lux is based on the tweed narrow panel 5E3 Tweed Deluxe circuit and is a real chameleon as it can easily cover quite a variety of music genres. I left Bruce's mod in. i`ve got a schematic of it but i do better with a layout. Jun 25, 2018 · Screen grid resistors are a pretty standard addition to older designs like the 5e3 that lack them and IMO adding a grid stopper to the PI to prevent blocking distortion is a no downside mod as well. Jan 16, 2012 #18 ; T. The only difference between the bright and normal channels in the stock amp is the bright cap on the volume control, and that becomes irrelevant once the volumes are up. I actually added a 1-tube reverb which I'm still fiddling with. It's built using Sprague filter caps and SoZo Yellow signal caps. Silver Supporter. Search. 047 coupling cap, and 500p bright cap, and the other channel is the thin channel with a 0. EXCELLENT volume and harmonics; easily keeps up with my Super. Meticulously hand wired by the man himself! I opted for Jim’s suggested upgrades which will be noted below. it's just a dual-ganged tone pot to give each channel a tone pot, and mixing resistors to keep the two from interacting. For Sale Allen Sweet Spot Excellent Condition (mint even?) Lil Dawg 5E3 Deluxe. Jan 8, 2021 · Jim at Lil Dawg makes an outstanding 5e3 and is great to work with. Note that the original design calls for a 12AY7 in V1. Mercury Magnetics 18 watt 4/8/16Ω multi-tap OT upgrade (FTDO-M, includes selector switch)switchable “Paul C” mod (rear mounted) Sprague Atoms filter & bypass cap upgrade Jan 11, 2025 · The stokes brings the plate to 320 of the PI and the Paul C mod sounds better with 4m7 in-place of the 2m2. Jun 14, 2004 · My dad and I are going to build a Mission 5E3 Tweed Deluxe this summer. It gives a little more headroom and a bigger, more controlled, more articulate sound. It doesnt change your tone much actually. Might take that out completely as it's easy, but I love the way this amp sounds with the Li’l Dawg 5E3 D-Lux combo build incl. One bright channel is stock with the 0. THE "DONATIONS" TAB IS NOW WORKING, AND WE WOULD APPRECIATE ANY DONATIONS YOU CAN MAKE TO KEEP THE LES PAUL FORUM GOING! Thank you! Forums. Last edited by loudthud; 07-05-2012, 09:38 PM. 5e3, princeton. The "ProLuxe Model 5E3. The PT is from a kit I bought four years ago. My idea would be to Let all the tone through, you get the distortion character that way. Wyzsard said: I love 5E3's, Fiberglass Board, Chicago-made Transformers, Polyester Caps, Neutrik Jacks, NOS Tubes. I remember Bruce saying something to the effect that if you add a choke and change it to fixed bias (Paul C mod), you increase the output to (I think) 18 watts. I built my 5e3 with the standard tone/vol stack, then added Bruce's mod. Bruce very generously threw in a free mod kit after reading my posts here about very boomy bassiness on my first build which was from a tube depot kit. Lacquered Tweed Cabs, Weber Speakers. Nov 15, 2024. Sounds like sacrilege, I know, but man it tightened up the bass. Thanks, The 5E3 is a great amp for primitive rock and blues - but has other characteristics that severely limit it for other uses/tones Sep 15, 2022 · Hello, I'm building my first two orders for a 5E3 Deluxe (Woohoo!) To get the vibe right, I'd like to place a tube chart in the back of the cabs and I reckoned that someone, somewhere may have a template for this? Feb 23, 2009 · Changing it to fixed bias (Paul C mod) and adding a choke to the power supply adds about 20% more power and moves the behavior toward brown deluxe territory, a different place but a cool place to be. 022 on the normal channel, Sprague-Atom filter and bypass caps, SoZo coupling caps, switchable "Paul C" mod, switchable fixed/cathode bias options on bottom of chassis. Puts out about 25 watts and breakup comes on a little later than most 5e3 amps (and it's a bit louder). For example, the 5E3 D-Lux at 3 watts works out great for someone in a studio or at home as you can run it full tilt without the neighbors or family getting upset. 022 uf for the 'normal/mic' channel and a . Pics below. It also has a switchable Paul C mod, which gives the amp a little more headroom and makes the volume control work a little closer to normal (the 5e3 traditionally has a very quick ramp up in volume). jpg; Amp Stuff. and i know that a lot of people like him. The stokes raises the plate voltage therefore adds headroom. Oct 4, 2006 · Actually it's not all that because I stupidly didn't keep notes on the preamp mods I did on that thing, but basically the front end resembles a Fender 5E3. Didnt like the . 5E3 owners probably know what I'm talking about. Now the amp is full and Balanced. Yes, he’s a great guy and I’ve been happy with the amp. Playing two 5E3 D-Lux amps side by side, one stock & one with the mod, can give you a good comparison of what the mod offers and it may be somewhat dramatic. This amp does not Sep 23, 2003 · Of course, if you have hot pickups, this won't help. Paul C mod for PR. This amp is a 25-Watt version and has the Paul C modification (if you don’t want this mod, a local tech can change it back with Jim’s support / schem The Stokes mod – increases voltage to the phase inverter. I want this to be my classic rock machine, no need for a lot of clean. This is my favorite and most useful amp mod, a three-way SPDT ON/OFF/ON mini-switch gives you: Normal feedback / No Feedback / Mar 15, 2015 · I just got a Lil Dawg 5e3. 1. I am building one for someone and I was just getting ready to make the board. Member Offline Gender: Posts: 452: 5F4 - FAT mod « on: August 05, 2011, 11:46:13 PM Oct 9, 2006 · I'm using a Tweed Super trannie (actually I got it before he offered the Super kit) from Mission. That said, my most recent was a 5E3 from a MojoTone small parts kit, chassis and did it all stock, other than a few substitutions such as turret 3 days ago · Paul C mod. Dec 27, 2024. 45e12 **要从基数和指数结果中找到指数,请使用: 对数计算器 指数法律法规 该指数计算公式为: a n = a × a × × a n次 将基数a提升为n的幂,等于a的n倍。 1 day ago · The same line out is used on all of my amps from the 5F1 Champster & 5E3 D-Lux, 5F4 SuperDawg, 5F6A TopDawg and even the 5E8A DoubleDawg. Tubeswell recommendation. Feb 10, 2020 · To me, a 5E3 has a much more ragged breakup than a Marshall 18W. The Paul C Mod can be applied to any cathodyne U 2’s Edge is so closely associated with Vox AC30s, the very notion of an Edge signature tweed Deluxe may seem as incongruous as a Rory Gallagher signature Les Paul or a Kerry King signature Twin Reverb. Size and Weight. This is typical of Dawgs, the cab is an inch deeper than an original spec. sitemap. Otherwise the tone of the amp stays much the same. The Paul C mod improves things, but also changes it's character a bit. 25 watt/8 ohm output transformer $30 switchable “Paul C” mod (bottom mounted) incl. Jun 5, 2011 · I've got a Li'l Dawg D-lux 5e3 wired by Jim @ Li'l Dawg in very nice shape. Custom built by Jim Nicholson, the D-Lux is based on the 5E3 circuit, built into a portable "lunchbox" 12" wide chassis. According to Bruce Collins at Mission Amps, this will get you from the original 12 watts to about 18 watts. The problem is it has a 16 ohm Oct 23, 2015 · New Month We are at $30 this month in Donations. Collapse. 03. Replies 40 Views 2K. By the Bench. ) Paul_C_Mod_Schematic.  · Search in titles only Search in 5 E 3 only. Thread starter Rotten; Start date Today at 4:56 PM Today at 4:56 PM Sep 6, 2009 · Search titles only . images/Guitar/HowAmpsWork Apr 23, 2024 · I just built a Mojotone 5E3 kit as well. is there schematic on the internet? is it a good mod? Thanks racehorse . I've learned that this mod implements the same *使用e表示科学计数法。例如:5e3、4e-8、1. This mod, and the Paul C mod, is so thoroughly discussed elsewhere that we will only make a few comments on it. Pricewise his basic offering is lower than most with good quality parts. Tästä ja muista 5E3:n modauksista löytyy enemmän juttua tuolta Ampagen 5E3-palstalta jos jotakuta kiinnostaa. i've been mailen nik @ ceriatone and he's really helpfull. Bruce at Mission amps Volume/Tone Mod The common complaint of most 5E3 circuit designs is the volume Jun 12, 2004 · Guys, we've spent considerable money converting the Les Paul Forum to this new XenForo platform, and we have ongoing monthly operating expenses. 047s Which is the very mod I was referring to. You can also employ anything from a 12AU7 to 12AX7 in the Thunderbitch to remove or add gain. I Feb 16, 2021 · Regarding the 5E3 mod, I decided to modify it slightly without changing the overall character of the amp. so if anyone has one, has played one i'd like to hear some opinions and reviews. The Paul C mod as stated is not his mod at all and belongs to an entirely different amp. The preamp tube plate voltages are down some 30V to about 90-95VDC. i have to go from jazzy tones to Santana to country-rock twang, and the definition this Jul 17, 2021 · Paul C Mod 5e3. Thinking about the negative feed back removal, BUT, I have got to stop some where. 0 Crack Activation Key Free Download [2021] Introducing psychology Apr 16, 2003 · Hey guys, I just finished my very first amp build. 66cd677a50 Roskam airplane design pdf download verine acclaim gas fire manual VISHPRAST HD. 25 watt @ 8 ohm output transformer $30 switchable "Paul C" mod (bottom mounted) $50 switchable cathode/adjustable fixed bias $25 Sprague Atoms filter & bypass cap upgrade $25 SoZo Standard Mustard coupling cap upgrade n/c . Apr 15, 2022 · I have a 5e3 lunchbox from Jim. The term Vintage has come to mean an old amp that was point to point hand wired, had beefy transformers and quality . pdf - Google Drive Download file Diez minutos 31. This one growls and roars when pushed and has been the core tone in Neil Young’s rig since the 60’s. The amp will no longer behave like a stock 5E3. This one has the standard build as shown on Jim’s website. As for the cathodyne, there's an interesting character to the 5E3 Tweed Deluxe's overdriven tone. Edit: Check my profile under Visitor Messages where I posted links to threads about the Paul C Mod which covers cathodyne biasing. Stock. Over the years it has become obvious to everyone that tube amps sound better than transistors. Mar 16, 2003 · The grid stopper mod is for the stock cathodyne phase Inverter circuit. You don't need to do the fixed bias thing he used, (the resistor network on the grid) but some people call it the "Paul C" mod and really like it. Still sounded like a 5E3, but bigger. And if you want tweak the tone stack in a 5f4, upping or lowering the 250p has a major impact on the tone. pdf (133,98 Mb) In free mode Turbobit. I use a 5V4 rectifier and increased the filter caps to the plate and screen to 50uf. Maybe even add a choke. com/t23763/ and a Jun 27, 2022 · For those who've done it, what's your experience with the Paul C/Ampeg mod change to a fixed biased inverter instead of the self biasing stock setup? I'm also thinking of 1 day ago · In this comparison schematic, what would be the difference instead of adding the 2m2 resistor from removing the 1meg and adding 3m3 resistor. that layout is still under design revision and of course is part of a 5E3 Feb 6, 2002 · Actually, I modded mine to give it plenty of punch and power by swapping in a tweed Super output transformer, a 10W cathode resistor, a Weber Copper Cap GZ34, and a Feb 7, 2011 · I have three 5E3 type amps. The above mentioned switch is still a nice feature. net Metadatics 1. i know some say this is a better mod for Princetons, but for my purposes, it's great for a Tweed Deluxe. There are plenty of 'standard' mods that are fine, but even if you shoot for a more modern 5e3 you should keep it sorta stock--no tone/vol mod, no paul c mod. So let’s take a quick look at the proper use of that option offers. Others say it is a great and worthwhile mod. cousinpaul. chrome reproduction chassis incl. images/Guitar/Tubes/Plates. Power filtering comes by way of a 20/20/20/20uF cap can. 12 kB - downloaded 161 times. Dec 15, 2009 · I have also read about the "Paul C" mod, but that sounds more like a headroom increase rather than a tonal adjustment correct? All suggestions are welcome. I tried a few and settled on the EVM 12L. Crunch is great, plus it's nice to have the 6G3 voice, a little more rock compared to the 5E3. Jun 21, 2005 · stopped by my tech's today and just happened to have my amp and the paul c schematic in hand. I'm a user, but not an engineer. Mod that cathodyne. So for a new build of a tweed, I think I'd go for a 5D3. The stock PI breaks up quite early,with the mod it breaks up a bit later,but overall,the amp is still what it is Jan 20, 2015 · The only exceptions to a stock 5E3 are the Ampeg Mod; and varied cap values - which could be attributed to drift. I think he is one of the most knowledgeable people around on 5E3's and 5E3 mods. This is a Better Built cab. mod to change to fixed bias. I was going to put in a choke to stiffen up the power supply and do the Paul C mod to go to adjustable bias. Joined May 10, 2003 Posts I'm after a layout for the Paul C mod Oct 11, 2006 · The OT is the Super OT that Bruce sells/sold that I bought maybe 2 years a go. . Compare the schematics side by side and you'll see what I mean. Forgot your password? Sign Up Apr 18, 2010 · MV Amps is the result of years of experience spent as a musician, a recording engineer and an amp designer in the quest of the "Perfect Tone". Harry 5E3 Bluetone Ainakin tuo “Paul C” mod kuormittaa edellistä etuastetta himpun enemmän, kuin tuo alkuperäinen katodibiasoitu vaiheenkääntäjä. If you want to make it into one you will need to Beef up the PT to run 5881's and add a Fender verb circuit. Feb 22, 2008 · that's fine. 5E3 + ET65 = me finally happy (it's been a long road) 11 Gauge; Dec 2, 2024; Amp Central Station; 2 3. Originally $2,499, now $1,299 ($1,200 price drop) $2,499 5 capacitor filtering bank with stainless-steel cover, fixed bias phase inverter (Paul C mod) and insulated input jacks for lower hum. Some people love it and it's Dec 18, 2024 · Rob Robinette's Car and Tube Amp Website. This mod is commonly known as the "Stokes mod". 12x8x2 black steel chassis incl. But - tweaking is fun - give it a shot. I know the role of the caps but I didn't image that big difference. Sign In. 1x12 Combo - 20"W x The 14w Tweed Deluxe ( also known as the ‘5E3’) is a Tweed amp with a difference. Bruce Collins at Mission is an easy guy to deal with, great on customer support, and an absolute wizard on amps and 5E3's in particular. downmagaz. ) Variac at around 105VAC. It was given to me years ago by an old guy I knew who designed tube circuits for RCA back in the '40's and '50's,I forget what he called it then,but when I asked about increasing the headroom in the 5E3 he looked at the schem and then drew the mod for me. I've heard clips of the 5D3 and like it's smoothness Apr 1, 2024 · Hi All, Just finished my most recent buildit's a '5E3x2' (5E3 Tweed Deluxe with four 6V6's/bigger iron). Last  · I like the Paul C mod,its easy to do it is only a couple of resistors. black metal bottom with feet. I built mine in 2007. A 2x6V6 guitar amp with a bass control, see partial schematic here: http://music-electronics-forum. Oct 18, 2011 · I am about to build my third 5E3 - a Mission kit - which I will give to a friend. Jun 29, 2019 · That is a quote from New Sensor. I've built two 5E3s including one with the Paul C mod - it cooked casual tube selections No Paul C mod. Dec 10, 2008 · I have two 5E3 clones that I built. 1s) and 4. Jun 11, 2014 · My Screen is a HD 42" TV in 1080P, So I can see that they are . With a little knob turning you’ll find loads of Feb 24, 2008 · exactly - if you want uber clean the 5f4 super is a great circuit - the 5e3 is multi dimensional beast but really not suitable to playing loud and clean - it gets a warm clean tone at low volume 10 to 20% and the guitar volume at 50-75% - also using vintage style single coil p/ups will get you more cleans than using a grunty les paul Jan 6, 2025 · OTOH, I think the PI itself can be overdriven with a strong input signal. Massive change and is no longer a Princeton. I've heard clips of the 5D3 and like it's smoothness compared to the 5E3. I would also make use of V1b and use a different bypass. tube set Aug 26, 2011 · The Stokes mod just puts more voltage on the PI plate, tightens it up a bit and some say it makes the amp a bit louder. I did the Edge coupling cap values, which seems to lower the really deep basses slightly. Our mod kit comes with full color online instructions and allows you to change the power supply of the phase inverter to the unused anode in the power filtering circuit. thanks in advance Edited by: GroundhogKen at: 1/9/04 6:12 pm Jonas Gemini Jul 25, 2022 · That certainly improved the overdrive capabilities of the amp, unfortunately at the expense of the clean tone: to my ears the modded “studio” circuit (which is certainly nicely built but it’s nothing but a basic 5E3 with considerably smaller value coupling caps and the so called Paul C/Ampeg mod) didn’t sound like a tweed deluxe anymore $929 Li'l Dawg 5E3 D-Lux combo build (no speaker) incl. I must say I was a little concerned this mod will change my amp too much but I really hated how the volume contol was acting. my 5e5a (Fender 5e5a 57 Custom shop) has the same preamp mod, but also has the local feedback loop Mar 20, 2012 · Another is the “Paul C” mod which will give you more of a traditional volume increase, but that’s only up to a point before the overdrive goes back to the traditional. Cathode resistors and bypass cap changess can tweak gain and tonal response in the preamp. 1 coupling caps went to . com) Hence I will play with the coupling cap values, particularly the PI coupling cap and the Paul C mod as mentioned  · I built a 5E3 Tweed Deluxe kit from mojotone, and hand built the cab. The Paul C mod to convert to fixed bias and a choke to stiffen up the power supply. It's interesting, but not particularly useful to me. Jan 23, 2013 #3 Ad_02Std Active member. black steel cage w/ leather handle incl. Telefrkd Tele-Meister. Also, a 12AY7 is the call - the 12Ax7 mod is May 7, 2013 · If you converted your 5E3 concertina PI to a Jim Kelly type concertina which is a like a 5E3 with feedback you could use the type of presence control he used. Playing two 5E3 D-Lux amps side by side, one stock Jan 12, 2025 · Barry (bnwitt) took the time to work out the Paul C mod into a layout. Hence mods to the Princeton PI like the Paul C mod and Stokes mod for higher plate supply voltage and/or re-bias for more or smoother overdrive. The amp is not a 5E3, but does have a split load in the same configuration as an AA1164, but with a PT and OT designed for a 50 watt Bassman. Download File 30728rar 20388 Mb In Free Mode Turbobitnet. Sprague Atoms filter & bypass cap upgrade. Scarecrow Guitars Hand wired 5E3 deluxe , oversized cab and Jenson Alnico Black 1X12 combo 2022. Some say that little change can be noted with this mod. Very giggable  · Summer Fund Drive:C'mon guys lets show some support! If this site has helped you an you haven't recently donated Please consider making a donation. I built a Mission 5E3 (tweed deluxe) after hearing my friends-let Aug 31, 2009 · When you say "any old deluxe OT", are we talking 5E3 or DR? I have a SFPR that I'm thinking of modding this way, and wanted to be sure before I start ordering parts. Of all these mods, the PI bias is most highly recommended. I had Jim reverse the Paul C mod and put the 12 watt tranny instead of the 25 watter that was in there. It will be more like a brown Deluxe. Top . I tried the Paul C mod once and frankly couldn't hear much difference. This mod, in my opinion, makes the amp sooo much better. I'd leave the filter cap values about where they are, the sag is part of the amps character. Mar 16, 2003 · Use the Paul C. Ed_Chambley: I see the reason for the Paul C mod. and lastly his "Paul C" mod. I had a few bonehead errors that I was able to fix quickely but I have three concerns with the amp so I'm asking some prettey baisc questions to get me aimed in the right direction. but to call putting the front end of a brown deluxe on the front end of a tweed deluxe copyrighted is a little overboard to me. With the 25 watt transformer, the amp can also take 5881 or 6l6 tubes. If you have doubts, check out Nov 26, 2007 · Here's some pics of my 5E3. Never really noticed it Mar 18, 2021 · The lead channel rocks. maybe someone knows about better alternatives? (same May 15, 2005 · Here's an actual 50s-style success story with a 2011 Les Paul Tribute P90: 300kL volume pots 500kA tone pots + . 1 day ago · You can do this by bootstrapping the grid to the cathode (like the 5E3), or you can use a fixed bias solution with a voltage divider between B+ and ground (like the cathode follower in the Fender 6G15 Reverb Unit, or the Paul C mod). pdf (312. pdf (46. parallel 1/4" speaker output jacks Sep 21, 2004 · Paul C mod to Phase inverter section. Add the switchable humbucker mod and you're in business. Strangled, gassy bass is a known "quality" of the 5E3. His 1959 model is still his key sound and is a testament to the amps long term appeal as well as it’s durability. net. 02 coupling cap. Feb 7, 2011 · My Weber 5e3 kit is on the way. hi & lo gain inputs incl. 02. With I did the Paul C mod I found on the internet for Princetons. VERY big sound with a 10-watt bias resistor, his volume/tone mod, and the Paul C mod. I'm also using the Paul C mod there but the cap change from 22n to 33n made the sound louder and gave more headroom. Any good clarifications? Paul C mod: Li'l Dawg 5E3 D-Lux "Lunchbox" chassis build incl. See my How the 5E3 Deluxe Works, 5E3 Modifications and My 5E3 Build web pages for more info. Wonderful Amplifiers. Switchable “Paul C” mod (bottom mounted) Purple Fender style pilot light . 4 days ago · The Paul C mod was often done in conjunction with the Stokes mod. At first I liked it, and it was actually nice have the different tone pot values. Feb 14, 2013 · You can also increase the plate load resistors on the cathodyne to squeeze a bit more headroom out. I also put shorting jacks in it and disconnected the tone controls. I swapped out all the caps for orange drops, did the Paul C mod, (Made a big difference), and replaced the electrolytics. What you're really doing is returning the PI to the original brown Princeton spec. I needed the tight bass too for small room country gigs without loosing the basic tweedy midrange character of the amps. again, the front end of a brown deluxe. It will give your amp more headroom meaning you can play cleaner at a louder volume. 022 tone caps (replacing . The 5E3 Tweed Deluxe is unique among the tweed amps as its controls are interactive. The 5E3 is a simple but great sounding amp and makes an excellent first tube amp build kit. 047 uf for the 'bright/inst' one. Many Blackface models are done that way too. Replies 53 Views 2K. First of all, will this get me a good clean sound at any point? I know these are kind of known for Li'l Dawg 5E3 D-Lux chassis build . It features a Mercury Magnetics Output Transformer with selectable 4/8/16Ω impedances. I had a list of mods I wanted to do then, but I followed the advice I got from Bruce Clark at Mission Amps and kept it stock. By: Search Advanced search May 1, 2018 · First, allow me to admit that although I've built a few amps, I am by no means an "Amp Builder" instead, more of a "paint by numbers" kind of guy. Donations Mar 27, 2023 · Search titles only Jun 29, 2015 · c语言中1e2,5e3有什么区别1e2=1205e3=5000e代表浮点数的科学计数法,指的是乘上10 的若干次方 百度首页 商城 注册 登录 网页 资讯 视频 图片 知道 文库 贴吧 采购 地图 更多 搜索答案 我要提问 c语言中1e2,5e3有什么区别 我来答 首页 Aug 1, 2023 · FS Li'l Dawg 5E3 Tweed Deluxe (w/multiple upgrades). If it get's more complex, I can go to my amp tech. Jul 17, 2021 · paul c mod 5e3 la reina del sur pdf libro completo gratis Download Simply Piano by JoyTunes subnautica-below-zero-v43576 dbf manager serial crack 25 Cid Zee Tamil Serial Download the_stories_of_eva_luna_chapter_summary. 85 kB - downloaded 125 times. and he's never done anything wrong to me. Turn up the volume on the channel you’re not using. It comes equipped with the switchable "Paul C" mod, which Jan 1, 2012 · Topic: 5F4 - FAT mod (Read 42124 times) bluesfendermanblues Sr. parallel 1/4" speaker output jacks incl. 047 coupling cap mod Apr 1, 2024 · Hi All, Just finished my most recent buildit's a '5E3x2' (5E3 Tweed Deluxe with four 6V6's/bigger iron). When I purchased it, I had it sent back to Jim for a check and to add a Oct 6, 2024 · Another option is to Thunderbitch the 5E3 which separate the triodes of V1 and allows you use channel 1 as a 5E3 which is a constant battle between loud and clarity or V2 which can dime out the tone knob and use the volume on very low and get clarity. Fender style pilot light (please specify jewel color) incl.  · Summer Fund Drive:C'mon guys lets show some support! If this site has helped you an you haven't recently donated Please consider making a donation. Years later I saw it on the web as the "Paul C" mod,I dont recall where it is,but if you do Jan 30, 2002 · Still, there's a mod known as the Paul C mod documented on the WeberVST board which basically biases the grid of the phase invertor. Donnie L. Excellent shape, a 9 out of 10 easy. then limit it on the output side. Better cut in the mix too. changing the coupling caps between stages would be a waste of time IMHO. That involves tapping the B+ with a 2M2 to get a bias on the grid (pin 7) of the driver/PI tube. Jim’s take on the infamous 5E3 circuit. :) Announcement. And finally, the Speed Shop A12Q is a perfect speaker for any 5e3 you buy. 2021_es.  · At the Workbench. To my ears a cathodyne has a rather raw sounding overdrive tone; a split-tail sounds more smooth. I have a Paul C modmakes a very slight headroom difference for the first half of usable volume range. This is a Li'l Dawg D-Lux Tweed amplifier head. Speaker can make a big difference too. blogspot. 7 uf cathode bypass caps (replacing 25 uf) are popular to get it Feb 10, 2020 · To me, a 5E3 has a much more ragged breakup than a Marshall 18W. May 20, 2011 · I've got a Li'l Dawg D-lux 5e3 wired by Jim @ Li'l Dawg in very nice shape. While there are other names for this mod it seems the most common is the “Paul C” mod, so we’ll use that for this discussion. Very giggable and Sep 1, 2017 · I did the mod only on the bright channel, and the normal channel remains stock. 3-Way Negative Feedback Switch. Cranking the 5E3 volume pots and lowering the master volume with lots of pedal distortion produces a super sweet tone. I made the Paul C mod and the mods to the resistors in the power section to accomodate 6L6 tubes. And it made a world of difference! Loving it :-) Tweed Deluxe 5e3 (narrow panel) Signature tone. 022uF tone caps Dec 1, 2024. Jan 14, 2002 · I run my 5E3 clone with smaller cathode bypass caps, a 5V4, the Paul C mod (bias on the cathodyne PI) and a Weber Blue Dog Alnico. Cleans are lush, gorgeous. Re: 5e3 Jul 5, 2023 · Generic Guitar Tube Amplifier Modifications. 12 watts, with just about all available upgrades including, a Mercury Magnetics transformer, Sprague and Sozo cap upgrades, and the switchable Paul C mod (for more headroom). Nov 19, 2023 · A 5E3 Tweed Deluxe Circuit with Custom Modifications Paul C mod for proper phase of power tubes The proper phase balance of the 6V6 Power tubes Creates more even order harmonics and a smoother more pleasant distortion. I Jun 30, 2023 · The Princeton Reverb has no power tube grid stopper or screen resistors just like the 5E3 Deluxe. Production years: 1964 -1967 blackface circuit AA964; 1968 -1970 silverface circuit AA964; 1971 -1978 Feb 6, 2002 · The bright channel sounds like a 6G3 brown-face deluxe and the normal channel sounds like a bright-channel 5E3. Plus he can add some switchable mods like the Paul C mod, or a three way NFB switch which I would highly recommend. " mod. 2 / 2. 25W/8 Ohm output transformer, 0. 01 coupling cap and a 100p bright cap. Nov 3, 2024 · Try 4M7 instead of 2M2 for the upper voltage divider resistor in the 'Paul C' mod. 5 Z3X Samsung Tool Pro 42. The Marshall JTM45 was a direct copy of the 5F6A Bassman but the feedback signal was tapped Feb 15, 2008 · The interaction on a 5e3 is different from anything else; and you have to play with it to understand it. It May 12, 2007 · Remember me Not recommended on shared computers. _____ Great tones come in small glass jars! Last edited by zaphod on Fri May 29, 2009 11:50 pm, edited 1 time in total. Keeps the amp cooler, the 6V6's healthier, and sounds a little better to me. It changes the PI from bootstrapped self bias to fixed bias operation. Jul 7, 2003 #2 ; Glen W Friend of Leo's. Since you have 2 inputs it will add another tone and can Sep 7, 2007 · been thinking about a 5E3 for some time now ceriatone seems to be the best deal $-wise. Neil Young gets clean sounds through to crazy amp exploding stuff out of the same amp but he has a whizzer thing that changes the settings of the very interactive controls via a footpedal. Feb 16, 2021 · You want to be able to clearly identify the impact of each mod you make. Plates on the PT rose to 420. Decrease the dropping resistors and get more voltage at v1 and the PI. It's pretty much stock, it has the paul c mod, diodes instead of a 5y3, and two bright channels instead of one. The "Tweedle-Dee" has lineage in the 5C3/5E3 Deluxe amplifiers, but is faster, tighter, and has more headroom and a different harmonic footprint. 5E3 schwitchable "less bass mod"? Jul 5, 2012 · The 5E3 uses cathode bias which is OK until you want to stick a lower gain tube in there, then the bias is hit or miss. Research has piqued my curiosity regarding the Ampeg or Paul C Mod, as cleaner and louder before breakup appeals to me. Advanced Search Jan 26, 2018 · Bruce Collins at Mission Amps said you can mod your 5E3 to get close to brown Deluxe territory. Jun 30, 2023 · See the annotated 5E3 layout with signal path here. The amp sounds almost the same, just a hair less boomy in the basses. I actually added a 1-tube reverb which I'm 1 day ago · If you want to use a pre PI MV and the Paul C mod, I suggest you simply put a cap and standard wired volume control BEFORE that . Dec 23, 2021 · I have for sale a 5E3 built by Jim at Li'l Dawg amps. (Raises the input impedance slightly (820k instead of 688k) and makes the bias cooler (for more headroom). Apr 13, 2010 · Bruce at Mission would be a great resource for you in this. And the grid stopped might throw things farther out of alignment to the phase Inverter with that mod in place. Other long term 5E3 devotees are The May 12, 2007 · I finally decided and orderd the Vol/Tone kit from Bruce (Mission Amp). I'm not quite sure what you are Jan 30, 2002 · Still, there's a mod known as the Paul C mod documented on the WeberVST board which basically biases the grid of the phase invertor. Tried both, but the 4m7 kept it cleaner up the dial. If you're gonna do that then you might as well over build it a little. Please note the Paul C mod helps lift the headroom when the switch is engaged and is completely out of the circuit when disengaged. It also changes the phase inverter tube from a cathode bias to a fixed bias, known as the "Paul C. Early breakup and lack of headroom are 5E3 hallmarks but there are times when  · Try the Paul C mod. Regarding the Ampeg mod, or 'Paul C' mod: I went back and forth with it in and out, and the difference is subtle. Used – Mint. I've read the famous "Paul C" mod fixes that issue. Made a big difference in volume and bass response. 02 coupling caps,I made a stiffer power supply,the biggest improvement in headroom came with doing what is called the "Paul C mod",its a mod to the PI stage. chrome reproduction chassis. This is my favorite and most useful amp mod, a three-way SPDT ON/OFF/ON mini-switch gives you: Normal feedback / No Feedback / Heavy feedback. My second build - also a Mission - sounds great even with the humbuckers. It is supposed to have a 8 ohm speaker but has a 16 ohm alnico bell and howell. Apr 2, 2024 · In my last 5E3 project I noticed that if I change the cap value between the 12AX7 triodes it has a huge impact on the sound. Jun 27, 2022 · For those who've done it, what's your experience with the Paul C/Ampeg mod change to a fixed biased inverter instead of the self biasing stock setup? I'm also thinking of simply running a grid stopper resistor to the V2B phase inverter to smooth out the overdrive after Rob's less invasive mod ( 5E3 Mods ). Posts; Latest Activity; Nov 26, 2007 · Here's some pics of my 5E3. black chicken head knobs. Sitting on a speaker cab - the lunchbox itself was a bit noisy/vibration Buzzy. jpg; How Amps Work. Thanks for the nice layout on the 5e3 as well. Right now I have a . Joined Apr 12, 2005 Messages Best mod I have heard/done to a 5E3 was to install a Celestion G12H-80. Toggling the negative feedback switch produces some nice tonal variations in combination with the lead May 22, 2007 · Tried another 12ay7 in V1 - major difference. As in, can accommodate different rectifiers (even 5u4gb's). Lowered the bias resistor on v1 to heat up the preamp and lose a bit of headroom and completed the Paul C Pi mod A - it absolutely sings and I could not be happier. Ask any Marshall user, or Mesa user where they use cathode follower stages to recover preamp outputs. Joined Jan 29, 2011 Posts 100 Location clovis ca. For sale a Lil Dawg D-Lux 5E3 lunchbox amp. Used a Blackface Deluxe PT and OT. Having never done anything like this before, I have a few questions. I also tried to raise the plate voltage on that stage of the tube. I've read that the Stokes mod and Paul C mod can put some pressure on the PT in Princeton Reverbs - what do you guys think? TIA Andrew May 15, 2008 · The 5E3 is such a basic circuit, there's generally only enough to mod for tweaking frequency response or gain (Paul C mods, etc). SoZo Blue molded coupling cap upgrade . When cranked, it holds together much better than a typical 5e3 Deluxe. xml; images/Miata/Miata2. I did a google and it looks to be this mod; Jefs Tube Amp Blog: My 5E3 Deluxe "UN"-clone, simple mod for tight bass, more clarity. Any Jan 23, 2013 · There's also an 'Ampeg/Paul C' mod which smoothes out the overdrive a bit. Compared to a 5C3/5E3, the "Tweedle-Dee" is, louder, and has more headroom and more distortion available. It is based on the Fender 6G2 princeton circuit with the Paul C mod to the phase inverter. vibratoking Posts: 2640 Joined: Tue Nov 10, 2009 9:55 pm Location: Colorado Springs, CO. G-12 Schematics 2. chicken head knobs (please specify color) incl. A vintage one with no mods. I Jan 4, 2025 · The Ampeg mod ( Paul C mod for the PI) and a Blackface tone stack will make this amp sound a lot like a Carr Rambler. Jul 7, 2003 · I`ve read about this mod to the cathodyne phase inverter etc. The 'No Feedback' position makes the amp break up early kind of like a 5E3 Deluxe. Bob Arbogast replied to the thread Cleaner 5E3 Deluxe clone - Mod one or try a different amp?. It's hard to describe but for example picking harmonics on my leas paul produces awesome squeals. Advanced Search Feb 12, 2017 · Well, at least you know the Paul C mod works! It does indeed. Comes with a Weber 12F150 speaker. Dec 12, 2011 · The switchable “Paul C” mod is a nice fit inside the chassis and the mini-toggle for it is tucked away next to a pre-amp tube. (As featured on 'The Truth about Vintage Amps with Skip Simmons" (leightonamplifiers. Now that affected more voltages. Using a Reverend 12-inch, a CopperCap GZ34, and a 12AX7 in the first socket. No announcement yet. Jul 25, 2004 · Will a speaker change tame the bassy fartiness of this amp or do i need to go the electronics mod route? Its a 5e3 clone running nos tubes. t. Jul 5, 2023 · 3-Way Negative Feedback Switch. The "Paul C" mod (I think) converts the cathodyne to fixed bias. There's your bypass (sort of) it gets ride of the 1K5 R in the PI cathode. nndxiot bwn xvnkf ybw lkha gvesrrp xtinr tqpqib iikr vdoar