Event Organizer: Specimen Products
Organizer Email: info@specimenproducts.com
Event Phone: 773.489.4830
Event Status: Upcoming
Categories: Tube Amp & Electronics Building
Dates and Times:- April 21 & 22
April 21, 2018 - April 22, 2018
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Event Venue: CHICAGO SCHOOL OF GUITAR MAKING
Description: [T]his intensive seminar offers a complete overview of all the information necessary to delve into the world of tube amp diagnostics, repairs and modifications from the standpoint of the amp repair professional. Learn fundamentals, advanced techniques and trade secrets from a master amp technician. More than just the keys to a vocational opportunity – here’s a chance to learn from one of the best in the business. Questions? Please call us! 773-489-4830
The diagnostics and repair of a tube amp is perhaps equal parts science and art - there are very few places to learn it and few masters of the craft willing to divulge their hard won secrets.
Day 1. Tube Amp Diagnostics & Repair I - Fundamentals
Students will gain a broad understanding of tube amp circuitry and troubleshooting and learn closely guarded trade secrets through lectures with demonstrations that range from emergency repairs to full restoration. Options for the scope of repairs are disclosed. Suggested tools and materials for an emergency repair kit will be outlined.
Day 2. Tube Amp Diagnostics & Repair II - Advanced Techniques
Students will learn to use an oscilloscope in conjunction with a signal generator in addition to decibel meters and frequency counters to modify tone. Modifications, advanced implementation of effects systems and pro audio interfacing will round out the curriculum. This course focuses on tube theory; to determine wattage, tube parameters, and will teach you how to get the most out of diagnostic equipment. Fine details of sound will be demonstrated, explained and discussed.
Topics
Diagnostics I
- Safety rules and how to safely discharge an amp
- Preliminary testing
- Digital voltmeter test functions
- Breaking down the circuit into basic sections and the Scientific Method
- Block diagram of the basic sections of an amplifier
- The order of power supply function
- The order of “signal flow” from wall outlet to tubes, and from guitar signal to speaker
- Repair vs. restoration
- Emergency repair preparedness
- Reading advanced schematic diagrams
- Deep signal flow
- Advanced testing
- Oscilloscope functions
- Tone modifications
- Decibel meter test functions
- Pro audio interfacing
- Repair vs. restoration
Kye Kennedy
REGISTRATION
Register for any of our classes online, by phone or in person. Please note: Registrations are final and nonrefundable. In the event that a student cannot attend a class, written notice must be given in advance to receive a credit to be used on another tuition. Valid credit may be transferred to another course date, or to another student, if so desired.
BY PHONE
773-489-4830
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IN PERSON
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AREA ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS
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The Chicago School of Guitar Making
ADDRESS 1240 N. Homan Ave. Chicago IL 60651
HOURS Monday – Friday: 12 – 7 pm, and Saturday: 12 – 5
EMAIL info@specimenproducts.com
PHONE 773-489-4830
