Part 3 of the Suprinceton Video Series: Final Wiring, Assembly & Testing

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  • čas přidán 7. 12. 2023
  • In this third and final video in the Suprinceton scratch-build series, we will complete the wiring, test the circuit, install the chassis in the cabinet, and do a final, detailed audio demonstration. Several careless oversights are remedied, but the final outcome is guaranteed to thrill and amaze all viewers :) In addition, we will take two musical drone voyages over interesting terrain and view a cavalcade of kitties.
    If you enjoy advertising-free videos (we do not place ads in any of our videos out of respect for our viewers) like this 3-part series, please be sure to SUBSCRIBE to our channel and consider becoming a Patreon patron at: or making a PayPal donation to: dldcam@aol.com. We sincerely appreciate your time and attention and wish you a very happy holiday season.
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  • @user-gw1uk8xe6d
    @user-gw1uk8xe6d Před 4 měsíci +14

    My dad passed away last September and I have been meaning to write this for a while.My dad got great enjoyment watching and learning from you and at the age of 80 decided to built a Valve amp which worked !! better sound quality than all the digital stuff he had purchased over the years.Just want to say thank you for inspiring people to have a go.keep up your great work all the best from across the pond.
    thanks again terry

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 2 měsíci +1

      Thanks for sharing this very nice story with us. It's great to hear that our videos are helpful and appreciated :)

  • @fugamante1539
    @fugamante1539 Před 6 měsíci +20

    Uncle’s Doug video series legacy will outlive all of us and inspire millions-mark my words

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +3

      We hope you're right, Fuga. Thanks !!

    • @garymallard4699
      @garymallard4699 Před 6 měsíci +2

      It's beaming out into Galaxies Far Far Away.... 🇨🇦🤓✌️

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +5

      I hope we get some interstellar royalties :)@@garymallard4699

  • @bobsimard5591
    @bobsimard5591 Před měsícem

    Thanks again Uncle Doug. Another masterpiece.
    Id like to give a tip for collecting and isolating drill chips. By placing a collapsible rubber cone or a wax cup which is flanged that can be taped, over the drill coming through. In addition , a piece of duct tape on drill exit side will capture most hot chips. Duct tape around the drill side with the sticky side creating a crinkly sleeve to drill into. Cheap wide masking tape is easier to use and cleans up quickly.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před měsícem

      Thanks for all the useful tips, Bob.

  • @edhelmstetter2741
    @edhelmstetter2741 Před 5 měsíci +5

    Uncle Doug
    You are a blessing and a Godsend
    I am lucky to have come across your presentations as I attempt my first amplifier repairs/modifications
    Please please keep it up

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Ed. We're here for you :)

    • @edhelmstetter2741
      @edhelmstetter2741 Před 5 měsíci

      I'm sure you will regret that because of all the stupid newbie questions I'm gonna be asking now...
      My current project is a silvertone 1482
      Thanks for the reply

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      I trust that you will attempt to answer all your own questions and do adequate research before relying upon outside help, Ed. Good luck with your project.@@edhelmstetter2741

    • @edhelmstetter2741
      @edhelmstetter2741 Před 5 měsíci

      @@UncleDoug Here's one for you is it normal for that 1482 single 12 to light up the current limiter lamp a little bit if so it makes it very hard to get correct voltage readings. If not then there's that problem...Conundrum for sure
      As it is the amp works but no tremelo. Tremelo worked before I replaced caps and resistors. Finding the issue should keep me busy for a while
      Thanks for the help

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      It depends on the wattage of the bulb, Ed. A 100W bulb would definitely illuminate, while a 250W might not. The brighter the glow, the greater the reduction of circuit voltage and current.@@edhelmstetter2741

  • @benlogan430
    @benlogan430 Před 6 měsíci +13

    There are no mistakes unless it’s in the final product! That’s just part of the creative process. Excellent work as always!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +5

      Thanks, Ben. You're right.....corrected mistakes during construction are simply part of the evolutionary process :)

    • @andrewgillis8572
      @andrewgillis8572 Před 6 měsíci +1

      I am reminded of Jackie Gleason's reaction to the sup of coffee he was brought at the top of his show - wooooow! (sp)

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Andrew. I remember it well ;)@@andrewgillis8572

  • @AgentJayZ
    @AgentJayZ Před 5 měsíci

    Beautiful amp. It will become legendary as one of the highest quality custom one-offs in history. This vid series will be used to establish the value of this amp in a few hundred years!
    Tell us more about the guitar. Esquires are single pickup guitars, aren't they? There's a 1963 all-original for sale right now for 34 thousand dollars...
    Awesome video series, Uncle Doug.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much for your very kind words and flattering prophecy, JZ :) All Esquires were routed for two pickups, with only one installed and the other hidden beneath the pickguard. This makes it possible to add a second pickup without altering the guitar in any way, other than replacing the original pickguard with a double-cut (i.e. Tele) one.

    • @AgentJayZ
      @AgentJayZ Před 5 měsíci

      @@UncleDoug Thanks for that. It would be interesting if you put a price on that one-off, hand built, custom designed masterpiece of an amp. It might realistically be priceless.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks so much JZ. Even at minimum wage it would cost over $2K.@@AgentJayZ

    • @AgentJayZ
      @AgentJayZ Před 5 měsíci

      @@UncleDoug Long after we are gone, and thanks to these videos being immortal, people will be bidding what we would think are unimaginable fortunes for your hand made works of art. Some billionaire in the future will chase after, and finally assemble a collection of all your scratch built jewels, and for comparison will also display the hand-built Grable you were so impressed with. I hope they all get played, and properly cared for until electricity is no longer used, or even available...

  • @TimHollingworth
    @TimHollingworth Před 2 měsíci

    Wow, I'd be hard pushed to let that beautiful amp go, after putting so much heart and soul into it. Great job I enjoyed every minute if the build. Thank you Doug.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks, Tim. I don't mind sharing my creations with people who truly appreciate them. It's a win for both of us :)

  • @DaveCorsello
    @DaveCorsello Před 5 měsíci

    Doug, your CZcams channel is now officially my favorite. You're the Bob Ross, Jaques Pepin and Bill Murray of amp geeks. This series, like all your videos, was utterly captivating, and the results sound fantastic. With this design is the overdrive we're hearing from the preamp or power tubes? In some future video, would you please consider discussing the difference between preamp and power tube overdrive and how to get them? If you've already covered this, would you please direct me to the video(s)? Thanks!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks so much for your very kind words, Dave. The only overdrive I really noticed was with the low gain input and relatively high volume setting. Since the circuit has no Master Volume control the distortion is probably from the output tubes. I am not really an expert in distortion, since my audio demo's are generally fairly clean. There are all sorts of great sources on the subject on the Internet, however.

  • @Greg-lo1tl
    @Greg-lo1tl Před 6 měsíci +1

    "Do one thing, and do it well." You, sir, are the epitome of this philosophy. Although that's a little presumptuous of me since I don't know what else you do, LOL.

    • @noelgraham4607
      @noelgraham4607 Před 6 měsíci

      He builds some pretty cool hot rods too

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, fellows. We do our best ;)

  • @vincenzofidanza2539
    @vincenzofidanza2539 Před 5 měsíci

    Dear Doug a simple way to create more room on the 9 pin sockets is to half way fold back each pin, e voila' more room is created, which also avoids potential short circuits. It works for me.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      It worked for me too, Vincenzo. Thanks for your input.

  • @mackfisher4487
    @mackfisher4487 Před 6 měsíci

    Point-to-point wiring can be an art form or a mess of spaghetti.
    You definitely should be proud of your work, leave a "made by" note on the chassis.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Mack. I did.....on the cabinet wall.

  • @akdenyer
    @akdenyer Před 5 měsíci +1

    Thankyou Uncle Doug for all your do. I have binged on your videos this Christmas break. I have to keep studying for my P.Eng. CPD. (Continued Professional Development). So I watch your and others videos on tube theory. I also read books. I might even build one of the kits for fun. I did built an Audio Dummy load with meter over the break. Designing an amp would be fun using some different tubes from the common old favorites. Going through the load line and choosing a bias point for just the right amount of distortion or lack thereof. I wish I could do woodworking like you do. My attempts always end up dirty.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Greetings, Ak. We're glad the videos have been interesting and helpful. Best of luck if you do choose to design and build and amp circuit. Let us know how it turns out :)

  • @ikkentonda
    @ikkentonda Před 5 měsíci

    New subscriber. I'm thoroughly loving your content (and am currently binge watching most of it). I haven't played with tubes since the prior millennium, but you've given me the bug. Gotta say my favorite part of this one was the cat hairs on your computer monitor (mine now has finger smudges from trying to wipe them away!).

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Greetings, IK. Once you get to know us better, the cat hairs will not be a surprise :)

  • @ralphups7782
    @ralphups7782 Před 6 měsíci +2

    uncle doug, good show because not a lot of youtubers build there own amps from scratch thank you for your time doing this 👈👺👀👀👍

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Ralph. Glad you lied it :)

  • @chadwickhurlburt6529
    @chadwickhurlburt6529 Před 3 měsíci

    Earlier today I was deciding what to watch on my day off work. It occured to me that I haven't checked in on what Uncle Doug has been up to for a while. I'm so glad I did. I've got a bear of an amp repair I need to get started thinking about (original first year model Peavey 5150 Block letter head). Between you and others on CZcams, real tube amps aren't magic and voodoo anymore. Time to start hunting down a bunch of caps and some discontinued potentiometers.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks for watching, Chad. Best of luck with your repair project.

  • @Bullittbl
    @Bullittbl Před 6 měsíci +1

    I have no idea about most of these videos but I really enjoy watching them. Its always good watching a master work.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks, B. We're glad to hear it :)

  • @alexbozas887
    @alexbozas887 Před 6 měsíci +2

    That episode has a lot of info to take in, Especially the new grounding and smoothing circuit. I m going to have to watch it again and make notes. Thoroughly enjoyed this build Doug. What a peachy amp, along with the Esquire tones. That was a treat. Customer must be thrilled.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks for appreciating all our work, Alex, and for your kind words. He was :)

  • @skip1835
    @skip1835 Před 6 měsíci

    Start to finish - Specf'ingtacular!! All of the workmanship is absolutely 2nd to none - a pure museum piece ! UD - thank you so much for bringing us along for such a fantastically great and fully accomplished project. The person receiving your work of perfection is one VERY lucky person.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Wow...thanks so much, Skip :)

  • @SidLives
    @SidLives Před 4 měsíci

    Uncle Doug is a Genius

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 4 měsíci

      Aw, shucks, Sid. You are too kind ;)

  • @davidwood351
    @davidwood351 Před 6 měsíci

    I’m temporarily looking after a feral rescue kitty, Mimi
    I never thought I’d warm up to a cat in my house since I have 4 parrots, but she’s a cute, polite girl.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Once you get hooked on rescuing kitties, you'll wonder how you ever lived without them ;)

  • @ross3818
    @ross3818 Před 3 měsíci

    An exemplar of instructional videos.

  • @jerryking2418
    @jerryking2418 Před 6 měsíci

    I had reservations of the power trans being so close to the speaker magnet. I was wrong. Nicely done.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      You're not necessarily wrong, Jerry. It's just that I have never had any issues due to their close proximity.

  • @qwertJoe1975
    @qwertJoe1975 Před 4 měsíci

    Man, that esquire was sweet. Amp sounds good too

  • @ACockburn1967
    @ACockburn1967 Před 6 měsíci

    This series was really interesting - thanks Uncle Doug!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Glad you enjoyed it, AC :)

  • @danielthomas3057
    @danielthomas3057 Před 6 měsíci +4

    I must say this build turned out really nice. That chassis is a real masterpiece both topside and under deck. A real solid performer as well. Looks great and colorful with all new components & tubes. Be proud of this one, UD!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, Daniel. I, and hopefully the owner, agree with your comments :)

  • @TheFRiNgEguitars
    @TheFRiNgEguitars Před 6 měsíci +1

    One of a kind, fully documented masterbuilt, amp by Uncle Doug. I would proudly own this amp, if it were mine!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks for the nice comments, TFE :)

  • @GregsGarage
    @GregsGarage Před 6 měsíci

    Great program Uncle Doug! I like the problem solving. Thanks for recording your thoughts throughout the video. I have to admit, my pucker factor was pretty high during the final shaping of the chassis... No different than finding out your power steering pump doesn't clear your freshly powder coated hot rod frame and having to hack in a relief! Sounds great!!!!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Greg. Excellent analogy......I'll bet you liked the air grinder being used on the tender little arc of sheet metal ;)

    • @GregsGarage
      @GregsGarage Před 6 měsíci

      @@UncleDoug I was hoping you'd break out the plasma cutter. :D. In all seriousness, I was trying to solve the problem before I saw what you did... Too thick for hand snips, no clearance for pneumatic shears, air saw is out, plasma is too messy... I was left with roughing it out with the whizzer wheel, then cleaning up with a needle file or die grinder. A sanding drum on a drill press was another thought I had for the cleanup.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      The solution initially puzzled me too, Greg, but fortunately it all turned out OK :)@@GregsGarage

  • @repairfreak
    @repairfreak Před 5 měsíci

    Just wanted to wish you a blessed New Year on this Jan 1st 2024. Thank you for your devoted efforts to teach us all valuable information about electronics. Stay blessed my friend. ❤️✌️😎👍

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks so much, RF. Will do.....you too :)

  • @Lu_Woods
    @Lu_Woods Před 6 měsíci +1

    Sweeet! Thanks Mr. Uncle, and Cats ; )

  • @erics3bulb475
    @erics3bulb475 Před 6 měsíci +2

    This build is sooooo clean. I so highly appreciate all the information given over the years. I´ve learned soo much already, just from your vids, reflecting in repairing amps myselves. Please keep up the good work. Love frome the Netherlands and happy holidays

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Eric. We're glad to hear that our videos have been helpful :)

  • @jeffbenson6102
    @jeffbenson6102 Před 6 měsíci

    Thank you Uncle Doug for another wonderful series, it takes me back to the very first amp I built witch was an Angela Super single ended version of a Princeton circuit that worked first try leaving nothing the fix but a pesky polarity switch that would blow the fuse if switched while on but would work if you switched it when off, I deleted it!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      You're welcome, Jeff. Glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @MichaelSmith-rn1qw
    @MichaelSmith-rn1qw Před 6 měsíci

    Pretty tight quarters inside the chassis. I'm not sure I would have been able to make all of the solder connections with my poor eyesight. Nice touch to show the cat's holiday greetings!. Now you can book a date at Miguel's to demo the amp.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Apparently the owner will be using it in a public venue later this month. I await the result :)

  • @ourlifeinwyoming4654
    @ourlifeinwyoming4654 Před 6 měsíci +2

    Happy Friday. Looks amazing and sounds fantastic! According to the internet, the next full moon will be Dec 26 at 10:33 pm. We should all howl in unison that night to salute this spectacular addition to the family of amplifiers! We loved the kitty cat pictures and drone footage!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, Wyo :) A very Merry Christmas to you all :)

    • @ourlifeinwyoming4654
      @ourlifeinwyoming4654 Před 6 měsíci

      @@UncleDoug Merry Christmas to you and yours too!

  • @douglasRbrown
    @douglasRbrown Před 5 měsíci

    Another great video. I've been watching for years!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks, Doug. Glad to hear it :)

  • @kendavis8046
    @kendavis8046 Před 6 měsíci +1

    An hour well spent for me this morning! Thanks, Uncle Doug!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it, Ken :)

  • @Pollys13a
    @Pollys13a Před 5 měsíci

    What a brilliant teacher Uncle Doug is, makes things a lot easier, than gobs and gobs of technical theory. Well done Uncle Doug and thanks so much for all your videos sharing your know how.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Wow.....Thanks so much, Polly. :)

  • @rheidtech
    @rheidtech Před 6 měsíci

    Hmmmm.. Tremolo Strip.. that was my girl mercedes' signiture move at the Slippery Chalet. Ahhh memories... 😮 Greetings from yootoob land!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Better than the "reverse audio pot" move my girl had ;)

  • @theKGB65
    @theKGB65 Před 6 měsíci

    Thoroughly enjoyed this series. Very relaxing and informative way to spend some free-time. Music demonstration, with all it's beautiful jangly tone, inspired me to leave the Marshall high-gain stuff alone for a little while and see what that Deluxe Reverb in the back room might sound like with a telecaster again. Impressive build and excellent video production. Thank you Uncle Doug!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much for your very nice comments, TK. We're glad the video was inspirational :)

  • @BobikH
    @BobikH Před 6 měsíci +1

    Wow ! Great Build, Thank you

  • @kylebarton6498
    @kylebarton6498 Před 6 měsíci

    Coming at you.. from the tremolo capital of the world 😜

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Just down the road from Reverb Junction ;)

  • @20x20Ghost
    @20x20Ghost Před 6 měsíci

    Uncle Doug you are truely a genious and I greatly envy you I would have to live two more lifetimes to understand all that you show us out here in CZcams land . Thanks for such great videos and I must say most of my projects I always have to go back and redoo a few things and a few times at that. thanks for the drone footage of the boarder my how Elpasso and Huarez have grown . I was unaware though that Fender Esquire ever had a neck pickup maybe it was an option or my info is not correct

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Wow, thanks so much, 20x20. The neck pickup was added in the factory-routed inlet present on Esquires.....just like Bruce Springsteen did.

  • @BadHorsie2
    @BadHorsie2 Před 6 měsíci +1

    I really dig the sound of the low gain input. The amp sounds killer. Super nice job building it.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, BH. I agree, the low gain input plus increased volume = a bit of "hair" :)

  • @framusburns-hagstromiii808
    @framusburns-hagstromiii808 Před 5 měsíci

    Great job! The amp turned out fantastic. My experience scratch building amps is much like yours. Dive in and Fix as you go. My results usually were not as good as yours but it is an excellent learning (and humbling) experience. Kudos!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks, FBH. We're glad the videos are helpful :)

  • @TonePriest
    @TonePriest Před 6 měsíci

    A toggle switch in one hand, a crucifix in the other - I like the way you think! Another beautiful instant classic. Thank you, UD!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Glad you enjoyed it, TP. A little religion never hurts ;)

  • @phillindower8550
    @phillindower8550 Před 6 měsíci

    Well done Uncle Doug. 🎸 👍

  • @alanhoggard4554
    @alanhoggard4554 Před 6 měsíci

    Nice! That thing looks like an old military radio inside.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Alan.......I guess ;)

  • @regaldf.9493
    @regaldf.9493 Před 6 měsíci

    Dear Uncle D, I am following your videos for about 1 ½ years now but didn't get around to commenting until now. So, firstly I joint the chorus of praising your work and your presentations for your clear, well-pronounced speech. I have to say though, sometimes I think your explanations go into too basic a level. I feel that people who need explanation of principles such as Ohm's Law should better keep their hands off these high-voltage circuits.
    Oh, but I love the appreciation you show towards your felines! Accordingly, I much enjoyed the pictures of your crew, although I wish you would have put their names with the pictures.
    Now, at last, to this current amp - congrats for your skills to make all features instantly working and for its sound! You crammed a lot of features into the fairly small chassis for that small housing, and the wiring must have been quite a nightmare in the later stages! Since you used high quality components, one would hope there will be no need arising for a repair - which I guess you would not like imagine of doing.
    I got myself into said troubles with my second self-designed tube amplifier with a crazy circuit and very elaborate power supply. Now it developed a short in the power supply, and it drove me to the thought of ripping it all up and making a new, at least 50% larger chassis for it…
    Looking forward to your further videos and wishing a lovely Christmas!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Greetings, Regal, and thanks for all your comments. As with all home-builds, hopefully, the circuit will never need to be repaired ;)

  • @Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan
    @Jesuswinsbirdofmichigan Před 6 měsíci

    Thanks for a year of fun🎄🇺🇸✡️✝️

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks. Hopefully we'll have many more :)

  • @timothygrupp
    @timothygrupp Před 6 měsíci

    You can get away with "winging it" because you've got a lifetime of stored experience to draw on. Great outcome!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Having a lot of experience with circuits like this does help quite a bit. My first attempts at scratch-building were less "adventuresome" ;)

  • @stevesuv
    @stevesuv Před 6 měsíci

    As old Hank would say "You Win Again".

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Steve.....and so does the owner :)

  • @woodhonky3890
    @woodhonky3890 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Outstanding!

  • @interesting7906
    @interesting7906 Před 6 měsíci

    Fantastic job Uncle Doug!

  • @jonnybeck6723
    @jonnybeck6723 Před 6 měsíci

    Cripes Uncle Doug, what an amazing build!
    ...and such a super high quality video (as per your usual)
    Thanx so much and Elvis sez "Hello" to your gang
    (He actually said 'Hello' and, of all things 'meow'... He gets talkative in the kitchen)

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Jonny. Our kitties wish you and Elvis a very Merry Christmas.

  • @Darryl603
    @Darryl603 Před 6 měsíci

    I have a Hakko FX951 soldering iron and the handle is slim to reach in and solder in tight spaces.
    It's so good, that there are many copies that are sub standard so if you try one, be sure it is a true hakko FX951. You will love it!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks for the tip (no pun intended). I'll look for one and give it a try. Follow up: I checked and they cost around $300, Darryl, which inspires me to continue using my own iron. Thanks anyway.

  • @williambock1821
    @williambock1821 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Well DONE,UD! Nice sparkle and growl. THAT is vintage tone! Beautiful chassis work as well. The outline of the decals really blended into the background nicely. You just need a broomstick to go with your crucifix so you can take cover while switching amps on for the first time,lol! Really killer sounding and unique little combo! The chassis work…wow! The owner is gonna be ecstatic !

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much for your very positive comments, William. We sure hope so :)

  • @stratcat4450
    @stratcat4450 Před 6 měsíci

    My gosh uncle Doug! You really knocked it out of the pzrk with this build. That little beast gets the kind of sounds an tones i have been seeking for years to obtain at low volume. Also thank you so much for including the holiday wish segment from all the kitties. Merry CHRISTmas from my feral kits to you an yours. You have encouraged me to seriously dig out a dead amp i have that uses i believe a 12bn7 for its power tube an try to make a point to point circuit out of it as it somewhat got me those sounds at a tv set volume. Thanks again for this epic series.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, SC. Actually the volume of our audio demos is much higher than you might assume from the recordings......but the Suprinceton definitely did provide great tone at moderate volume, largely due to the NFB being switched off.

    • @stratcat4450
      @stratcat4450 Před 6 měsíci

      ​@@UncleDougI'm using a modern fender super champ, also running 2 6v6. I know 10 watts is supposed to be considered "low output" but to get a good tone you sure have to crank it until its pretty damn loud for home use! I must be gettin old!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      We found that by using the low-gain input with the volume double that with the high-gain input, the resulting tone was quite nice. @@stratcat4450

  • @WillyMcCoy50
    @WillyMcCoy50 Před 6 měsíci +1

    A real Ear Gems presentation in 3 parts. Fastidiously built .... especially for a free-form scratch custom!
    All my best to your family and felines for Christmas! ❤

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Willy. Likewise to you and yours.

  • @michaelspiering7585
    @michaelspiering7585 Před 6 měsíci

    Really nice, I love the point to point wiring.

  • @camilog-b5294
    @camilog-b5294 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Incredible build Uncle Doug! Your channel taught me how to build my own point-point JCM800 which has been serving me well for two years now. Happy holiday season!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks Cam. That's great news. Likewise on the holiday good wishes.

  • @montygore1200
    @montygore1200 Před 6 měsíci

    BBeautiful build uncle Doug.

  • @chrishoffman6537
    @chrishoffman6537 Před 6 měsíci

    Bravo, Doug!

  • @foghornleghorn2975
    @foghornleghorn2975 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Looks like a thermionic masterpiece.🤠

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +2

      .........and hopefully sounds like one too :) Thanks, FH......I say, thanks.......he's a good kid but he just doesn't listen ;)

  • @garryparker337
    @garryparker337 Před 6 měsíci

    Nothing beats an Uncle Doug build (with mods) Love it. Some of the tech stuff eventually rubs off on the keen viewer

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Garry. We hope so :)

  • @creepingjesus5106
    @creepingjesus5106 Před 6 měsíci

    Ahhhhhhhh...perfection! The amp is majestic, and the high gain/CBC on tone was especially good to my ears. Something about that tone just commands attention, and won't take no for an answer!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks for your very kind assessment, CJ.

  • @gregf9295
    @gregf9295 Před 6 měsíci

    As an electrical engineer with decades of low noise analog experience and a guitar gear geek who hopes to some day build an amp, I am thrilled to finally see a hand wired amp with single point grounding. Well done all around! That chassis looks like soldering had to be a challenge with so much wiring and components in such a tight space.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Greg, especially from a viewer with your experience. Yes, waiting 'til the end to install the 6.3VAC wiring helped a bit, but burning nearby insulation was a constant concern.

  • @allanpennington
    @allanpennington Před 6 měsíci

    Hi Doug, the way you explained the steps and then showed the resulting wiring path in concert with the wiring diagram was absolutely top class. I always had some difficulty understanding the way in which the tremolo components went together, not anymore. Similarly I finally know what the pot symbol means that has the arrow obliquely through it. I just always thought it was the old fashioned way of displaying that. I now know what it actually means. In addition showing which actual points on a pot are the wiper and each terminal in comparison with the schematic really helps. All in all a great job so thanks for your sterling efforts.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      We're really glad to hear that the video was instructive, Allan. Happy Holidays !!

  • @davidshutt2273
    @davidshutt2273 Před 6 měsíci +1

    Nice work, as usual

  • @mrkeithepop
    @mrkeithepop Před 6 měsíci

    I have to say, your prowess and confidence on the guitar really shows through on this video. Great job! You build with the same mindset as I do.....I'll fix the problem if and when I come to it. And schematics are a great starting point. Creativity. Very cool. Excellent build, great sound!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much for your perceptive input, Mr. K. I guess we're both believers in doing rather than planning ;)

  • @danielsaturnino5715
    @danielsaturnino5715 Před 6 měsíci

    Nice work as always. Thanks uncle Doug

  • @PeterDyall-bn7ut
    @PeterDyall-bn7ut Před 6 měsíci

    Absolutely beautiful. Thanks for everything you do for us viewers on CZcams. You are a treasure Uncle Doug.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, Peter :)

  • @evilscience3164
    @evilscience3164 Před 6 měsíci +3

    Well done sir. Ollie and Jack have improved in leap's and bound's. Merry Christmas to you and yours.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, ES. They will appreciate your kind words :) Likewise on the holiday greetings :)

  • @andrewjmcgee
    @andrewjmcgee Před 6 měsíci +1

    excellent work, Doug and education as well!

  • @kb9gkc
    @kb9gkc Před 6 měsíci +1

    Well Done Doug, Merry Christmas from Wisconsin!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, KB. Back at you from West Texas :)

  • @jenniferwhitewolf3784
    @jenniferwhitewolf3784 Před 6 měsíci

    An epic and beautiful project.. ✔️✔️✔️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, Jennifer. High praise indeed from someone with your experience and technical acumen :)

  • @thatampguy
    @thatampguy Před 6 měsíci

    Masterpiece theater 🫡

  • @jtbracknell
    @jtbracknell Před 6 měsíci

    Well done UD and outstanding craftsmanship sir. I had no clue that the CBC switch would add that much gain and growl. Thank you for continuing to educate and to share you knowledge.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, JT. I was impressed by it also and may begin offering it as an added feature to amps being repaired.

  • @dardaraveiga6512
    @dardaraveiga6512 Před 4 měsíci

    You are a bright light in our digital world!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 4 měsíci

      Actually I would prefer "tubular" world ;)

  • @jamiemorgan4146
    @jamiemorgan4146 Před 5 měsíci

    Uncle Doug, you were speaking of wiring the tight tube socket leads.
    Years ago, after college; SUNY@Buffalo ( BS) and Berklee College of music ( BMUS),
    I apprenticed with a vintage guitar repair friend. He told me to use “whiteout “ on the
    lugs in close situations, when we didn’t want solder to migrate to others.
    Of course,you remove the whiteout, when the lug is needed.
    Maybe you know about this?
    He was my mentor, before and after both schools for music and guitars.
    I was pre med at UB, he was a Pro bass player and had gotten a full ride
    to UB for electrical engineering. He took me to all of his Jazz and Rock gigs.
    Somehow I lost my mind and decided that music was my calling.
    Thanks to him, I learned what most never learn. I got to play vintage guitars,
    that most have never and will never play. Every model Gibson 50’ 60’s pre CBS Fenders, etc.
    Real Bursts, Firebirds, LP Specials and Jr.s , you name it.
    Vintage Amps of all kinds. He even sold me my 1954 Fender Deluxe TV face amp for $ 75.00!
    He sold me the best of the best of Vintage guitars for what he paid.
    The only caveat, was that if I wanted to sell any, I had to sell it back to
    him for the same price.
    His name was Scott Freilich ( RIP My dear friend).
    Sorry for my ruminations

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci +1

      Thanks for sharing these experiences with us, Jamie. I have seen the Whiteout trick on "Forged in Fire" but have never tried it. Perhaps now I will :)

    • @jamiemorgan4146
      @jamiemorgan4146 Před 5 měsíci +1

      Hope the whiteout helps👍🏻😊

  • @fredflickinger643
    @fredflickinger643 Před 6 měsíci

    Great sound for a small cabinet!

  • @darnright
    @darnright Před 5 měsíci

    Need to print another Uncle Doug decal and put at the top of control panel. Sounds great!! Never expected anything less!! You're the best!!!

  • @jagtone
    @jagtone Před 6 měsíci

    Ollie & Jack are Mick Ronson fans! Great sounds, beautiful build, Uncle.

  • @exeterslab7781
    @exeterslab7781 Před 6 měsíci

    Magnificent Doug. A super effort, keep it up

  • @MikeGervasi
    @MikeGervasi Před 6 měsíci

    That little amp is a beast.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Sort of like a "sleeper" car that appears slow and innocent......but isn't.

  • @DNFADV
    @DNFADV Před 6 měsíci

    Oh lord that drone music made me cry so good!

  • @Timberon
    @Timberon Před 5 měsíci

    Great video! From your fans in New Mexico with the green enchilada casserole.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 5 měsíci

      Thanks !! That's exactly what we had for Christmas dinner.....with Hatch green chilis :)

  • @patriottothecore6215
    @patriottothecore6215 Před 6 měsíci

    I don’t know about “No Satisfaction” but you certainly satisfied my lust to see this magnificent build completed. Nice sounding amp. Twangtastic.

  • @zach0520
    @zach0520 Před 5 měsíci

    What a great build!

  • @briansilcox5720
    @briansilcox5720 Před 6 měsíci

    Nice little “cult style” short subject video production of the local scenery. This amp demonstrates the luxury of space for boards to provide interconnects. Very nicely explained, and artfully executed. Sounds good too…

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, Brian. Glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @suomi35
    @suomi35 Před 6 měsíci

    Such an absolute damn treat to see this! Thank you for bringing us along, Uncle Doug. Cheers to you and yours!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks so much, S35. Glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @youngchris7
    @youngchris7 Před 6 měsíci

    Sounds great, Doug!

  • @PetraKann
    @PetraKann Před 6 měsíci +1

    Nicely done!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Thanks, PK :)

    • @PetraKann
      @PetraKann Před 6 měsíci

      @@UncleDoug I am wondering how you decide which wires need to be twisted in order to neutralise the electromagnetic field and noise they produce?

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Easy, PK......it's the ones carrying AC to the filament heaters.@@PetraKann

  • @Sonar37
    @Sonar37 Před 6 měsíci

    Simply Awesome!

  • @victorbeebe8372
    @victorbeebe8372 Před 6 měsíci

    Great amp! Great guitar! Yes very encouraging!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      Glad to hear it, Victor :)

  • @drrobert2120
    @drrobert2120 Před 6 měsíci +7

    Excellent build...sounds amazing.
    Wishing you and family Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +2

      Thanks so much, Doc. Likewise to you and yours.

  • @patlaw53
    @patlaw53 Před 6 měsíci +2

    In hindsight, what do you think of the design of the tremolo circuit? Do you like it as well as the versions with LDRs? I really don't understand how this version modulates the amplitude of the audio signal (but it obviously does!)

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci

      I personally prefer this much simpler, quieter tremolo circuit to the Photoresistor style, Pat, but this type works best only with relatively low-wattage amps.

  • @BurnleyNuts
    @BurnleyNuts Před 6 měsíci

    What a wonderful trilogy Uncle Doug and band. I look forwards to every episode with relish and these last few have not disappointed at all. From my family to yours I hope you have a great Christmas and here's to more in 2024.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, BN. Merry Christmas to you all :)

  • @CornishMiner
    @CornishMiner Před 6 měsíci

    Absolutely superb series. Having built a number of amps from scratch I can testify to the challenge and this is one of the best outcomes I have ever seen. Really enjoyed the interludes as well. Best wishes.

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před 6 měsíci +1

      Wow....Thanks so much, CM. Glad you enjoyed it :)

  • @HarpinJScott
    @HarpinJScott Před 6 měsíci

    Really love the P2P philosophy.

  • @KleyDeJong
    @KleyDeJong Před 5 měsíci

    Beautiful wiring here Doug! I really enjoy your PTP builds. I find it to be a lost art!

  • @boogierandy7547
    @boogierandy7547 Před měsícem

    That is "Suprinceton" cool!

    • @UncleDoug
      @UncleDoug  Před měsícem

      Glad you enjoyed it, Randy.